Registered Nurse, RN

We are always seeking Registered Nurses to join our compassionate care teams at ClearSky Health!

Are you a dedicated and results-driven nurse ready to make a real impact? Submit your application to be considered for any opportunities we have come available as we continue to grow and expand our care team at ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Baytown, TX.

💡 Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials
Bonus Potential
Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Match)
Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement
CEU & Career Development Opportunities
Supportive, Inclusive Culture
Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs
Real Work-Life Balance

Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials

Bonus Potential

Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Match)

Student Loan Repayment & Tuition Reimbursement

CEU & Career Development Opportunities

Supportive, Inclusive Culture

Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs

Real Work-Life Balance

🩺 About the Role:

This position offers a higher level of clinical care than typically found in post-acute or residential settings. Our facility delivers hospital-level services that are comparable to those provided on a medical-surgical unit. Our highly skilled interdisciplinary team is equipped to manage a wide range of complex medical needs, including intravenous therapy, surgical and wound care, tracheostomy management, mobility assistance, and the comprehensive oversight of lines, tubes, and drains.

🩺 About the Role:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care within a healing environment focused on optimal recovery.

Position Highlights at a Glance:

Caseload: ~7 patients
Average Patient Length of Stay: 10–14 days
Conditions: Stroke, brain & spinal cord injuries, cardiac, ortho, complex medical, and more
Team Approach: Work closely with PT/OT/ST, physicians, case managers, respiratory therapy & more
Advanced Care: IVs,trachs, wound care, mobility support, lines, tubes, and drains
12-hour shifts, 3 days/week + rotating weekends/holidays (with added pay)

Caseload: ~7 patients

Average Patient Length of Stay: 10–14 days

Conditions: Stroke, brain & spinal cord injuries, cardiac, ortho, complex medical, and more

Team Approach: Work closely with PT/OT/ST, physicians, case managers, respiratory therapy & more

Advanced Care: IVs,trachs, wound care, mobility support, lines, tubes, and drains

12-hour shifts, 3 days/week + rotating weekends/holidays (with added pay)

✔️ What You’ll Need:

RN License (State of TX)
CPR required | ACLS & BLS preferred
1+ year of RN experience preferred (Acute care a plus)
CRRN preferred

RN License (State of TX)

CPR required | ACLS & BLS preferred

1+ year of RN experience preferred (Acute care a plus)

CRRN preferred

Ready to make a difference—and love where you work?

Click to apply and learn what it means to be part of the ClearSky Health team!You will be contacted by a member of our team if you are selected to be considered for any opportunity that comes available.

Ready to make a difference—and love where you work?You will be contacted by a member of our team if you are selected to be considered for any opportunity that comes available.

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