JOB DESCRIPTION

The RN position provides professional nursing care to a diverse patient population, conducts nursing assessments, assists with exams and treatment, patient education, and maintenance of medical records.-provides direct patient care effectively and efficiently which may include patients with varied and complex needs. This position communicates and collaborates with the physicians and interprofessional health care team to facilitate, coordinate and maintain compassionate, efficient, quality care and achievement of desired treatment outcomes. demonstrates clinical competence when providing care, using technology, administering medications, performing procedures and managing emergencies, and acting as a patient and family advocate in order to monitor and maintain patient rights. assumes leadership roles with progressive responsibility including but not limited to participating in or leading unit and shared governance initiatives, serving as charge nurse or preceptor to students or new employees, and possibly contributing to service line or hospital-wide initiatives in partnership with management.

Opportunity with a large health system serving Southern TX. With over 300 locations, and serving a million patients, our organization is rated one of the best healthcare organizations to work for in the region. Hiring all shifts - shift differentials available for night shifts and weekends. A great collaborative culture, low patient-nurse ratios, work/life balance, and a robust compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications:

• At least 1-2 years Hospital-based nursing experience is required. (In an acute care setting)
• No New Grads

Education/Licenses/Certifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or obtained within three years from the initial date of hire.
• Texas RN license or temporary TX RN license should obtain a permanent license within 90 days. 
• Compact license acceptable according to current Board of Nursing requirements.Current Health Care Provider level CPR and ACLS, PALS
• Specialty certification preferred for specialty positions