LTAC Registered Nurse - Critical Care & Discharge Planning

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Conroe; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Conroe is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect care for patients in a long-term acute care hospital. Responsibilities include assessing and developing nursing care plans, supervising nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Candidates must have a postsecondary nursing certificate and possess a valid RN license upon hire. The role focuses on patient recovery from complex medical conditions and requires strong critical thinking and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Six months of Medical/Surgical nursing experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care through nursing processes.
• Maintains nursing care standards and implements policies.
• Documents all patient care activities thoroughly in medical records.

Skills

Knowledge of medications and their correct administration

Basic computer knowledge

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Education

Postsecondary certificate or diploma from an accredited school of nursing

Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BCLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Cornerstone Specialty Hospitals Conroe is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect care for patients in a long-term acute care hospital. Responsibilities include assessing and developing nursing care plans, supervising nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with care standards. Candidates must have a postsecondary nursing certificate and possess a valid RN license upon hire. The role focuses on patient recovery from complex medical conditions and requires strong critical thinking and communication skills.