Registered Nurse - FT

Altus Community Healthcare; Lumberton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Altus Community Healthcare in Lumberton, Texas, is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Inpatient Unit. The RN will provide comprehensive nursing care, including assessing, planning, and implementing patient care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will hold a current Texas RN license, have BLS certification, and ideally possess two years of inpatient nursing experience. This role requires strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice as an RN in Texas.
• At least two years of inpatient nursing experience preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial conditions.
• Administer medication and treatments per physician orders.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and discharge instructions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Patient advocacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas

BLS certification

ACLS certification preferred

Job description

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Inpatient Unit is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients admitted to the inpatient unit. The RN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care and positive clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and document patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans.
• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures in accordance with physician orders and established protocols.
• Monitor patient progress and promptly report changes in condition to the appropriate provider.
• Coordinate patient care with physicians, specialists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, infection control, and quality assurance standards.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and participate in rapid response and code situations as needed.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Serve as a patient advocate and promote a positive patient experience.
• Participate in staff meetings, training programs, and continuing education activities.

The position is performed in an inpatient healthcare setting and may involve exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and required.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Texas.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of inpatient nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.