RN, Registered Nurse - Henderson Emergency Department - PRN

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

Job summary

A leading health care provider seeks an RN for the Emergency Department in Henderson to deliver high-quality nursing care and manage complex patient needs. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and relevant certifications, along with a commitment to excellence in patient education and care. The position is PRN, offering flexibility aligned with full-time employment expectations.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in related nursing specialty preferred.
• BLS certification required; RN License needed.
• Current ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care using the nursing process for assigned patients.
• Document patient history, administer medications, and monitor treatment effects.
• Assess learning needs and provide education to patients and families.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Job description

RN, Registered Nurse - Henderson Emergency Department - PRN

Join to apply for the RN, Registered Nurse - Henderson Emergency Department - PRN role at CHRISTUS Health.

Description

Summary: The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates 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 to help manage the clinical situation.

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 according to their level of practice.
• Administer medications and treatments using appropriate protocols; monitor for side effects and effectiveness.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Assess learning needs and provide education to patients, families, and caregivers; identify issues and resources.

Education/Skills

Job Requirements:

• 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 the state of employment or a compact license.

Position Requirements:

• All newly hired experienced RNs must attend New Nurses Orientation within the first 30 days of hire.
• Precepted by trained staff; initial onboarding validated through competency assessments.
• Participation in residency or orientation programs may be required; skills and competency validated at bedside.
• Completion of all annual competency requirements.

Additional Certifications:

• Current ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications required.

Credential Grace Periods:

Grace periods depend on experience and certification type, with specific time frames for each credential.

Work Schedule:

PRN (Per Diem As Needed)

Employment Type:

Full-time

Job Function:

Health Care Provider

Industries:

Hospitals and Health Care