Seasonal Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Harlingen Medical Center; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401K

Job summary

Harlingen Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for a 12-hour day shift in a full-time/seasonal program in Harlingen, TX. The role requires current RN licensure, BLS, ACLS within 30 days, and preferred acute care and ventilator management experience. BSN preferred. Seasonal program requires a minimum of 3 years’ hospital experience.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401K options. Temporary status with day shifts and full benefits available.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• BLS certificate on hire and maintained.
• ACLS certificate within 30 days on hire and maintained (preferred).
• Recent acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Ventilator management experience preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive initial assessments and ongoing patient evaluations.
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and clinical indicators for changes.
• Identify deterioration signs and respond promptly.
• Administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects.
• Act as liaison between patients, families, and the care team to meet needs.
• Educate patients on condition, treatment options, and recovery.

Skills

RN license

BLS

ACLS

Acute care

Ventilator management

BSN

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Competitive Compensation: $55 per hour!

Department

Medical Surgical

Employment Type

Full Time | Seasonal

Shifts Available

Days

Hours

12-hour shifts - 7:00 am to 7:00 pm

Location

Harlingen Medical Center - Harlingen, TX

Seasonal Program Requirements

• Candidates for the seasonal program must have a minimum of 3 years’ recent hospital (acute care) experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions
• Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status
• Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met
• Provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.
• Communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN License.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current preferred.
• Previous Acute Care hospital experience preferred.
• Ventilator Management experience preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Pay Transparency

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

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Employment Status

Temporary

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf