Winter 2026 RN Graduate

Community Health Systems•Laredo, TX

About The Position

The Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) provides basic nursing care under the direct supervision of a licensed registered nurse in an acute care setting. Designed for newly graduated nurses transitioning into professional practice, the role delivers patient care, administers treatments, and supports patient education to promote recovery, safety, and well-being. The role may be in areas including critical care, emergency services, operating room services, cardiac surgery, endoscopy, obstetrics/labor and delivery/postpartum/nursery, oncology, orthopedics, post-anesthesia care, neonatal intensive care, telemetry, dialysis, or the catheterization lab. Duties and clinical procedures vary by unit and may include care specific to that specialty. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives.
RN (Registered Nurse) state licensure and/or compact state licensure required.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is unavailable now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred.
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred.
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing individualized patient care plans in collaboration with experienced RNs and healthcare teams.
Administer medications and treatments as ordered, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with protocols.
Perform patient assessments and document vital signs, responses, and changes in condition promptly in the electronic medical record.
Provide patients and families with education about basic care, procedures, and treatment plans.
Support patient mobility, personal hygiene, and activities of daily living while maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams, and report changes in patient condition to supervising RNs.
Follow infection-control protocols, patient-safety guidelines, and hospital policies.
Perform unit-specific nursing duties, which may include specialized patient monitoring, procedures, treatment administration, equipment operation, and pre- and post-procedure care.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.