RN, Registered Nurse - 7NT Med/Surg ** NOW Offering A $10k Sign-On Bonus (Corpus Christi)

Health eCareers; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse for their fast-paced medical-surgical unit in Corpus Christi. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive nursing care, manage patient needs, and work collaboratively within a team. This role offers a $10k sign-on bonus and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

$10k Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant nursing experience preferred.
• RN license in the state of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care utilizing the nursing process for assigned patients.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medication, and care provided.
• Promote patient safety and engage in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication

Patient Safety

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

BLS Certification

Job description

RN, Registered Nurse - 7NT Med/Surg ** NOW Offering A $10k Sign-On Bonus (Corpus Christi)

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Job Overview

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to focus on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

The medical-surgical unit focuses on general med/surg patients. Many of our patients have non-surgical abdominal pain. We also receive patients from surgery of less complicated cases and medical-surgical overflow. This is a fast-paced unit with lots to offer! We are a unit that values teamwork above all.

Responsibilities

• Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Provide nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients, consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Address increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administer medications and treatments using appropriate protocols; monitor for side effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medication, and care provided.
• Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers; identify issues and resources.

Core Competencies

Standard I: Utilizes the Nursing Process

• Use critical thinking to assess physical, psychosocial, social, cultural, spiritual, and developmental needs.
• Communicate findings to healthcare team members.
• Develop and modify care plans based on evidence-based practice.
• Implement and monitor patient care and educational goals.
• Evaluate care effectiveness and patient response.
• Perform timely reassessment and documentation.
• Perform unit-specific competencies based on patient needs.

Standard II: Patient Throughput & Flow

• Plan for admission/discharge/transfer needs to facilitate patient flow.
• Use communication systems to support discharge processes.

Standard III: Unit Operations

• Manage nursing care and functions during shifts.
• Maintain proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Assess staffing needs and participate in resourcing.

Standard IV: Safety & Quality

• Promote patient safety and positive outcomes.
• Engage in quality improvement activities.
• Provide evidence-based care.
• Communicate effectively across care continuum.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare laws and regulations.

Technical Competencies

• Follow clinical policies and standards, analyze documentation, and ensure compliance.
• Maintain and troubleshoot medical equipment.
• Process medical orders accurately.
• Read and interpret patient charts.
• Ensure patient safety through adherence to guidelines.

Education/Skills

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing preferred. 1 year of relevant nursing experience preferred. BLS certification required. RN license in the state of employment required.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting