Registered Nurse-Burn Center

CentralCare Inc JBSA FT SAM HOUSTON, TX 78234, US

$50 / hour

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) – BURN CENTER

Brooke Army Medical Center

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234
San Antonio, TX

Position Type: Full-Time | Civilian Contractor via CentralCare Incorporated
Minimum Experience: 1 Year
Minimum Education: Associate Degree
U.S. Citizenship: Required

Support Those Who Serve at JBSA Ft. Sam Houston

Join our team at Brooke Army Medical Center and become part of a mission-driven healthcare team dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare support to active-duty service members, retirees, and their families.

If you're an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity to serve those who serve our nation, we'd love to hear from you!

Schedule:

Monday – Friday: Work 12-hour shifts, not to exceed 40 hours in one work week.

24/7 Rotating Support: 12-hour shifts

Shifts:

0645–1915 = 6:45 AM–7:15 PM
1845–0715 = 6:45 PM–7:15 AM (overnight shift)

Lunch: 30 or 60 minutes

The Department shall establish a schedule for contract personnel to perform services on various shifts, which range from (8-12) hours.

Compensation & Benefits

$50.00 hour — Base Rate
$5.09 hour — Health & Welfare (H&W)
Weekday Night Shift Differential: Additional $2.00 per hour
Weekend (Day/Night) Shift Differential: Additional $3.00 per hour
80 Hours PTO — accrued annually
56 Hours Sick Leave — accrued annually
11 Paid Federal Holidays

Minimum Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship-Must be a U.S. Citizen

Degree/Education

Associate degree. Graduate from a college or university accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Certifications

BLS, ACLS / ALS from American Heart Association (AHA)

RN License

Licensure: must maintain a current, active, and unrestricted license from any U.S. State, District of Columbia, U.S. territory or U.S. jurisdiction

Experience

The RN shall have at least one (1) year of full-time experience working as an RN in an Adult Medical-Surgical Telemetry Unit or equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years (full-time) in clinical nursing within the last four (4) years. Shall possess strong knowledge in telemetry monitoring.

Burn Unit RN Responsibilities

Provides direct nursing care to adult patients with moderate to severe burn injuries.
Performs ongoing head-to-toe assessments and monitors vital signs, neurological status, pain, fluid balance, and overall patient condition.
Monitors patients on cardiac/telemetry monitoring and recognizes abnormal rhythms or changes in patient status.
Performs and assists with burn wound care, including dressing changes, wound assessment, cleansing, and application of prescribed topical treatments.
Monitors wounds for infection, delayed healing, tissue damage, and other complications.
Administers medications, IV fluids, antibiotics, analgesics, and other treatments as ordered.
Provides aggressive pain management, particularly before and during dressing changes and other painful procedures.
Closely monitors fluid and electrolyte balance, particularly in patients with significant burns.
Assesses for signs of shock, sepsis, respiratory complications, and other burn-related emergencies.
Assists with procedures such as wound debridement, dressing changes, and other treatments.
Provides patient and family education regarding wound care, medications, recovery, nutrition, and discharge instructions.
Collaborates with physicians, wound-care specialists, respiratory therapists, physical/occupational therapists, and other members of the healthcare team.
Documents assessments, treatments, patient response, and changes in condition accurately in the medical record.
Responds appropriately to changes in condition and escalates care when necessary.

Make a Difference Where It Matters

If you're ready to bring your skills, professionalism, and commitment to one of the most rewarding healthcare environments, apply today!

Join Central Care Incorporated at Ft. Sam Houston and make a difference—one patient at a time.

About Central Care Inc.

Central Care Incorporated is a leading SBA certified, woman-owned small business dedicated to providing exceptional medical professionals to support the needs of military and civilian healthcare facilities.

Central Care Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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