Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Ernest Health•Corpus Christi, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within an assigned unit. The role includes assessing patients and planning, supervising, implementing interventions, and evaluating care to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help patients adapt to an altered lifestyle. The nurse integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice. The position is at Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas, which provides inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, major orthopedic injuries, and medically complex illnesses.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Registered Nursing program.
Current state license as a Registered Nurse.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection control, and wound care standards of practice.
Knowledge of accreditation standards and adherence to standards set by state and accrediting agencies, including TJC and CMS.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and use of proper policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients.
Demonstrated critical-thinking skills.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
One year of recent experience.
Experience in an acute care setting.
ACLS certification for LTACH and Texas hospitals.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing care to patients within the assigned unit.
Assess patients and plan, supervise, implement, and evaluate interventions.
Help prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and support patients adapting to an altered lifestyle.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.