Registered Nurse

Prime Healthcare; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

401K options

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Intensive Care Unit at Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco, Texas. This role involves providing critical care to patients with life-threatening conditions. The ideal candidate will have advanced skills in critical care and a commitment to compassionate patient care.

The position offers 12-hour shifts, a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates, and various benefits including health insurance, 401K options, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License is required.
• Experience in ICU, ER, or critical care unit is preferred.
• Completion of Critical Care Course is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive care to critically ill patients.
• Monitor vital signs and administer IV fluids.
• Communicate effectively with medical team.

Skills

Critical thinking

Compassionate patient care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Current RN License

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Bonus Amount

15,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) - Intensive Care Unit

Location: Knapp Medical Center - Weslaco, TX

Full-Time | Days | 12‑Hour Shifts

The Intensive Care RN (ICU RN) will be responsible for providing intensive care to patients with life‑threatening conditions. The ICU RN will have advanced skills in critical care settings, make quick decisions, and will be compassionate to all patients. An ICU RN monitors vital signs, blood oxygen levels, administers IV fluids, and communicates effectively to the medical team to modify care plans accordingly.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

If you have experience in the ICU, Emergency Room (ER), Emergency Department (ED) or other critical care area of the hospital you are encouraged to apply!

Join an award‑winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Knapp Medical Center, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Responsibilities

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice.
• The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of care in the ICU.
• The Registered Nurse is directly responsible and accountable for the care given to his/her assigned patients; he/she communicates with the physician about changes in the patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring, results of diagnostic studies and abnormal results and symptomatology.
• Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment.
• Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.
• Basic Arrhythmia Interpretation within 30 days of hire.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
• Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf