RN, Registered Nurse - A8 Ortho/Oncology Med/Surg - PRN

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse to join their compassionate team in a dynamic medical-surgical unit. This role involves providing comprehensive care to patients undergoing treatment for various conditions, including oncology and orthopedic needs. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and demonstrate a commitment to patient education and emotional support. With a focus on delivering exceptional care in a collaborative environment, this opportunity allows you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families. If you are passionate about nursing and ready to contribute to a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in related nursing specialty preferred.
• BLS certification and RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Emotional Support

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS Certification

RN License

Job description

Summary:

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 at Shoreline Hospital provides exceptional care for Ortho, Oncology, and Med/Surg patients. Our RNs care for patients with elective surgeries, fractures from the ER, and medical overflow. Our Inpatient Oncology department is the only acute inpatient unit in the region. We take care of patients who come in who may have a new or existing cancer diagnosis. We treat them with chemotherapy/hematology interventions when indicated or may be treating them for symptoms related to recently having chemotherapy. We also care for patients who may have a secondary diagnosis related to having cancer. Our wonderful team is passionate about taking care of our oncology population. Our focus is to create an environment that manages serious situations/conditions with the sensitivity needed to enhance and invoke physical and emotional healing reflective of CHRISTUS Spohn’s Mission.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families in accordance with their level of practice.
• Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Assesses learning needs and provides education to patients, family members, and/or caregivers; identifies issues and resources.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required
• RN License in state of employment or compact
• NIHSS within 90 days of hire/transfer date

Work Schedule:

7PM - 7AM

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed