Per Diem RN – Acute Care & ED

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a skilled nurse for per diem shifts in a fast-paced clinical setting. The role emphasizes independent practice, accurate nursing assessments, and thoughtful care planning to support patient outcomes.

The position requires applying the nursing process, administering medications, and documenting care while addressing patient and family education needs. Ideal candidates hold a BSN and have at least 1 year of related nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Administer medications and treatments per protocol; monitor side-effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medication and care provided.
• Address learning needs and provide education to patients, family members and/or caregivers.

Skills

Nursing process

Assessment

Care planning

Intervention

Documentation

Delegation

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Job description

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a skilled nurse for per diem shifts in a fast-paced clinical setting. The role emphasizes independent practice, accurate nursing assessments, and thoughtful care planning to support patient outcomes.

The position requires applying the nursing process, administering medications, and documenting care while addressing patient and family education needs. Ideal candidates hold a BSN and have at least 1 year of related nursing experience.