*Registered Nurse RN ER FT Edinburg

South Texas Health System; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Texas Health System is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to manage patient care for those admitted or evaluated for medical conditions or procedures. You will lead the nursing team, assess and plan care, and ensure safety and quality in line with hospital standards.

The role requires active Texas RN licensure, optional BSN, and current BLS. Occasional weekend/holiday coverage may be required to support patient needs.

Qualifications

• Prefer 1 year FT or 3 years PT experience in acute care.
• Must adhere to Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
• RN license in Texas or compact state; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee nursing care for admitted or evaluated patients.
• Assess, plan, guide and evaluate care in alignment with policy.
• Provide safe, competent nursing care and professional leadership.
• Coordinate with hospital staff and departments to resolve concerns.
• Work weekends/holidays/evenings/nights or on-call as needed.

Skills

Acute care experience

Nursing leadership

BLS certification

ARC/AHA certifications

Education

TX RN license

Nursing degree (ADN/BSN/Bachelor)

Current BLS

ARC/AHA certifications as required

Job description

Position Summary

The RN is responsible for managing patients admitted or being seen for medical conditions or surgical procedures; performs the primary function of a professional nurse leader in assessing, planning, guiding, and evaluating nursing care provided to patients. The RN provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy. Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Assessments related to specific conditions, therapies and interventions are required. The RN shall oversee and guide nursing employees that are under their supervision. Responsible for interaction with hospital staff and/or ancillary departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts with identification and assistance in resolutions. May be occasions when it will be necessary to work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, and/or on-call/call-back status. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times.

Qualifications

• Prefer one year full time or three years part time experience in acute care setting.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Education / Licensure

• Registered Nurse currently licensed in the State of Texas, or part of a compact state license, or has a valid temporary RN license for the State of Texas while waiting to receive the permanent license. BSN preferred.
• Effective January 6, 2012, must possess an Associate Degree, Baccalaureate Degree or Diploma from a School of Nursing or University. New graduate RN’s in possession of a permit to practice in the State of Texas may provide documentation from their RN program validating their completion of nursing program requirements.
• Must have and maintain BLS
• Must have and maintain current certifications, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the ARC, or AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program (for any and all certifications applicable through the ARC or AHA program) - please check all that apply:

Certification Requirements

BCLS/CPR
Must be current upon hire and thereafter

ACLS
If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire, unless in Labor and Delivery or Post-Partum where RN must obtain within six months of hire;
nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;
or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times

PALS
or
ENPC
If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire;
nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;
or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times

NRP
If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire, unless in Labor and Deliver or Post-Partum where RN must obtain within six months of hire,
nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;
or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times

TNCC only
TNCC or T-CAR
(TCAR only for ICCU not ED)
If required in unit, must have and maintain certification within eighteen months after hire;
or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times

CPI
If required in unit, nurse with a year or less of experience - obtain within 12 months of hire; nurse with over a year of experience - obtain within 6 months of hire;
or if hired with a current certification must keep current at all times

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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