Registered Nurse / RN ER

Seton Harker Heights; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights in Texas is seeking a day shift ER Registered Nurse (RN) for PRN coverage. You will provide direct and indirect patient care in a fast-paced ED and collaborate with physicians and the care team.

Minimum TX RN licensure required; multi-state transfer via Nurse Licensure Compact accepted. BLS, ACLS, PALS/ENPC, NRP, and TNCC are required or obtained within stated timelines. ED experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of required education to obtain Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Registered Nurse (RN) with Texas Board of Nursing - OR - current home state license recognized via Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Completes formal triage education within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role; ARC is acceptable upon hire.
• ACLS certification through AHA required upon hire.
• PALS and/or ENPC certification required upon hire.
• NRP required within 18 months of hire.
• TNCC required within 18 months of hire.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Preferred: 1+ years of ED hospital experience.
• Preferred: experience with patient safety best practices.
• Demonstrates mastery of competencies.
• Ability to manage time effectively to quickly identify and address medical problems.

Responsibilities

• The nurse is responsible for planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care.
• Develop a nursing care plan in coordination with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary staff as necessary.
• Communicate changes in the patient’s clinical condition with Physicians, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriate.

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Emergency Room (ED) Registered Nurse in Harker Heights, TX.

Why Join Us?

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more.

Responsibilities

The nurse is responsible for the planning and delivery of direct and indirect patient care, developing a nursing care plan in coordination with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary staff as necessary, and communicating changes in the patient's clinical condition with Physicians, Nursing Supervisor/Manager, and co-workers as appropriate

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Completion of required education to obtain Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Registered Nurse (RN) with Texas Board of Nursing - OR - current home state license is required for multi-state license recognition through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• Completes formal triage education within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role, and prior to providing direct patient care, or ARC (American Red Cross) is required upon hire.
• Active ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification through AHA is required upon hire.
• Active PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and/or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) certification is required upon hire.
• Active NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) within 18 months of hire.
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) within 18 months of hire.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• 1+ years of experience in an ED hospital setting.
• Experience with patient safety best practices.
• Demonstrates mastery of competencies.
• Ability to effectively utilize time management skills to quickly ascertain and identify the medical problem.