Nurse Leader - Acute Care | Patient-Centered RN

South Texas Health System; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System seeks an experienced registered nurse to lead nursing care for patients admitted or evaluated for medical conditions and procedures. The RN will assess, plan, guide, and evaluate care, ensuring safety and adherence to policy and standards.

The role requires professional leadership, collaboration with hospital staff, and flexibility for after-hours shifts as needed to maintain patient-centered care and service excellence.

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas required; BSN preferred.
• BLS certification must be maintained; ACLS if required by unit.
• Experience in acute care settings favored; demonstrate adherence toCompliance Program.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients admitted or seen for medical conditions or surgery as a nurse leader.
• Assess, plan, guide, and evaluate nursing care per facility standards.
• Provide safe, competent nursing care and lead the healthcare team.
• Oversee nursing staff and coordinate with hospital departments; may require on-call or after-hours work.

Skills

Patient care

Leadership

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

RN license in Texas

BSN preferred

BLS certification

ACLS certification (unit dependent)

Job description

South Texas Health System seeks an experienced registered nurse to lead nursing care for patients admitted or evaluated for medical conditions and procedures. The RN will assess, plan, guide, and evaluate care, ensuring safety and adherence to policy and standards.

The role requires professional leadership, collaboration with hospital staff, and flexibility for after-hours shifts as needed to maintain patient-centered care and service excellence.