Registered Nurse / RN ICU

UT Health East Texas; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas is hiring an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a day shift in Athens, TX. This role provides professional nursing care to a group of patients, using the nursing process to plan and deliver care within a designated time frame.

Required qualifications include an ADN, current Texas RN license, and BLS certification within 14 days of hire. The position is full-time and located at UT Health Athens, a Level IV trauma center with advanced facilities.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Texas RN License required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide and direct patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame.

Skills

BLS Certification

Texas RN License

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) in Athens, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well‑being.
• We prioritize your well‑being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team

• UT Health Athens is a 127‑bed facility, including a 24‑hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and acute stroke‑ready facility; advanced diagnostic technology; 10‑bed ICU; maternity unit, radiation therapy center; and a stand‑alone ED in Gun Barrel City.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who uses the nursing process to provide and direct patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Must maintain current Texas RN License
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care