Nursing Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice

LVN - Home Health - Full Time

Overview Looking for a career that makes a difference every day? Discover a rewarding career at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, one of the nation’s largest home-based care providers. Consistently recognized as a great place to work, Enhabit delivers exceptional care and fosters a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and ongoing development. With strong organizational stability, a commitment to excellence, and careers rooted in purpose, Enhabit empowers team members to build forward-moving careers while expanding what’s possible for care in the home. The Enhabit Advantage: Enhabit offers competitive benefits designed to support well-being and help employees thrive in every stage of their careers. Eligible employees receive: Generous paid time off for full-time employees 401(k) matching Medical, dental and vision coverage Supplemental insurance options Flexible spending accounts Incentive bonus opportunities Continuing education and scholarship opportunities Responsibilities As a LVN, you will visit patients in their homes and provide nursing care for them under direction of RNs and in compliance with the physicians' orders. Qualifications 1. Must possess a valid state driver’s license. 2. Must possess automobile liability insurance. 3. Must wear seat belts at all times while driving. 4. Dependable transportation kept in good working condition. 5. Must be able to drive an automobile in all types of weather conditions. 6. Must be c u r r e n t l y l i c e n s e d a s a L i c e n s e d V o c a t i o n a l Nurse in the N u r s e i n t h e State of employment. Additional Information Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Outpatient RN

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. General Purpose of Job: The staff nurse is a professional Registered Nurse (RN) who provides direct nursing care to an assigned patient population, service line or clinic department. The staff nurse, utilizing the nursing process, plans and delivers effective patient care within the Texas Nursing Practice Act scope of practice and within the framework of Driscoll Health System’s vision and mission of excellence and integrated care delivery. The staff nurse practices within the established standards of practice, ethical guidelines, policies and guidelines reflective of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and their specialty service line. The staff nurse completes specific duties and maintains current competence in the skills and nursing practice according to the service line or area of primary work assignment. Essential functions and behavioral expectations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standards of Nursing Practice Assessment Collects pertinent data through initial and ongoing focused assessments to analyze the patient’s condition and follows through with appropriate reporting and actions. Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs Utilizes appropriate tools to gather relevant data to inform patient care decisions Diagnosis/analysis Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues Verifies the diagnoses, problems, and issues with the healthcare consumer and interprofessional colleagues Outcomes identification Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or situation Collaborates with the patient/family to define outcomes integrating culture, values, and ethical considerations Works collaboratively with other healthcare team members which may include other RNs, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners (NP), Physician Assistants (PA), Physicians and Medical/Nursing Assistants and administrative support staff to address patient needs promptly Planning Develops, prioritizes, implements, and modifies an individualized evidence-based plan of care in partnership with the person, family and healthcare team Contributes to creating an environment that is patient focused, family centered and is designed to provide continuation of care and patient transition management Advocates for compassion, responsible, and appropriate use of interventions Implementation Administers medications and therapeutic treatments using appropriate devices per clinical guidelines and orders Recognizes and intervenes to address abnormal responses to medication therapy and initiates corrective therapy Escalates patient care concerns or changing status until resolution is achieved Coordination of care Initiates appropriate referrals to the healthcare team based on assessed patient needs Communicates with the patient/family, interprofessional team, and community-based resources for safe transitions in continuity of care Ensures continuity of care by communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers Acts as a liaison between specialties and sub-specialties, coordinating referrals and follow-up appointments as needed to support the patient continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient care Performs phone triage, manages prescription renewals, and coordinates follow-up appointments and care plans tailored to patients’ needs if working in an ambulatory setting Health teaching and health promotion Identifies barriers to learning, develops and implements education plan based on assessed patient/family needs that reflects the patient/family values, beliefs, developmental level, learning needs, readiness and ability to learn, language preference, spirituality, culture and socioeconomic status Uses health promotion and teaching methods, including technologies to communicate health promotion and disease prevention Evaluation Evaluates and reports pertinent patient response to interventions based on evidence-based best practice Evaluates progress toward attainment of expected outcomes and revises plan as necessary Standards of professional performance ethics Integrates code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice and decision-making in all areas of practice Advocacy Functions as an advocate, seeking direction as needed to provide safe, effective, efficient, and timely care Demonstrates a willingness to address persistent, pervasive systemic issues Embraces diversity, equity, inclusivity, health promotion for individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, and spiritual backgrounds across the life span Respectful and equitable practice Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient/family to ensure patient comfort and dignity without bias Communication Uses clear, closed loop communication that enhances team information sharing and decision making. Uses language translation resources to ensure effective communication Documents according to policy or guidelines in a timely and accurate manner in the medical record to communicate with the healthcare team Collaboration Supports goals through participation and compliance in unit activities, shared governance and decision-making Leadership Identifies conflict and helps to initiate resolution, seeking assistance when appropriate Demonstrates authority, ownership, accountability and responsibility for appropriate delegation of nursing care to unlicensed assistive personnel Assists by assuming a lead role as needs or schedule variances arise Assumes charge nurse role by completing additional training and competency to support the unit as requested Education Seeks experiences that reflect current practice to maintain and advance knowledge, skills, abilities, and judgment in clinical practice or role performance Mentors and/or trains new nurses to their roles for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence and emotional support Supports the acculturation of nurses new to their roles by role modeling, encouraging, advocating, and sharing pertinent information relative to optimal care delivery Scholarly inquiry Participates in clinical research by following specific protocols Uses current evidence-based knowledge, combined with clinical expertise to guide practice Quality of practice Complies with and supports regulatory and organizational policies and professional standards Participates in Quality Improvement Identifies trends in patient care outcomes for QI monitoring, practice change, and/or staff education Professional practice evaluation Participates in improving patient care by engaging in reviewing and supporting practice change based on evidence-based practice Completes required ongoing development and education/competency/certifications as required Resource stewardship Ensures the correct functioning of equipment, identifies deficits and reports appropriately Integrates connected health technologies into practice to promote positive interactions between patients and care providers Submits required tasks and documentation to support chargeable and billable care activities Environmental health Creates a safe and healthy workplace and professional practice environment void of abusive, destructive or oppressive behaviors Staffing to Demand & Floating Demonstrates flexibility in staffing, scheduling and traveling as needed to meet unit and the hospital system staffing needs for the greater good Willing to float between various care areas, departments, subspecialty clinics or ambulatory clinics as directed by supervisor and according to scope and competency Nurses may be floated, flexed off or to stand-by according to policy based on schedule, volume and patient care needs and/or work activity demands to optimize resource allocation and maintain quality of care Supports staffing needs as deemed necessary by each individual Department or Service line. May be required to work alternating shifts or flexible hours including days, nights, weekends, or take on-call and/or call-back shifts to support regular and surge volume needs. These staffing changes will fluctuate with patient volume, acuity and staffing matrices Travel Requirements May be required to travel to satellite locations to support clinical practice care services as needed to ensure patient access and continuity of care. Clinic nursing staff are required to travel to satellite outpatient clinics as needed to ensure patient access and continuity of care. Supports the coordination of patient care and services at these sites License, Education and/or Experience BSN preferred. Current RN license in the State of Texas. Certificates, Registrations. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) continuously maintained. May onboard with AHA or Red Cross CPR and then transition to AHA upon first renewal. Advanced Specialty Courses (ASC) according to Attachment A ASC courses should be taken at earliest opportunity, but must be completed within timeframes specified on Attachment A and continuously maintained ongoing. National Certification in specialty must be attempted within 4 years of hire date for eligible role and continuously maintained thereafter.
Oceans Healthcare

Licensed Vocational Nurse PRN Days

A Partnership with CHRISTUS Spohn Health System We are passionate about helping individuals manage the challenges associated with anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. Utilizing proven, innovative and progressive therapies, our qualified professionals strive to promote long-term wellness through a range of counseling and treatment options. The journey to healing begins here. The Licensed Vocational Nurse's primary role is to provide nursing care for patients who are experiencing common, well-defined health problems. The LVN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, and utilizes the nursing process in implementation of patient's care. Those services are performed under the supervision of a registered nurse but utilize all nursing skills to make safe, appropriate and independent decisions within the scope of the LVN nursing practice. All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards. Essential Functions: Delivers quality nursing care to assigned group of patients by collecting data and identifying deviations from normal; assists with reassessing patients according to assignments, need and unit protocol and/or hospital policy under the direction of the registered nurse. Accurately and thoroughly documents all findings in the patient record and identifies expected outcomes based on assessment data; effectively communicates pertinent assessment findings with other health care members. Implements nursing care interventions identified in the individualized multidisciplinary treatment plan using accepted standards of practice in collaboration with other health care providers; performs nursing procedures/treatments as prescribed by physician/LIP. Conducts specified bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and provides for comfort and assistance in the performance of ADLs; Promotes the patient's ability to cope, adapt and/or solve situations related to illness and/or stressors. Provides supportive, age appropriate communication and culturally acceptable interventions and documents special needs. Provides for the safe delivery of medications in accordance with the facility policies and physician orders; administers medications utilizing established safety procedures / standards. Ensures patients are effectively assessed prior to and after medication administration. Accurately communicates/documents medication doses prescribed, and provides patient education on medication administered. Follows up on patient care responsibilities; communicates incomplete assignments and patient needs with other disciplines to assure continuity of care; transcribes orders accurately and performs chart audits of transcription accurately and according to facility guidelines. Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population and staff members. Utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice. Guides, educates, and provides leadership as a preceptor to new staff. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.
Right at Home Southeast San Antonio

In Home Caregiver with Weekly Pay!

$12 - $13 / hour
Seeking home health aides and in home caregivers willing to work with clients within their homes in the Corpus Christi area. Are you looking to give back to your community while growing your career? Here at Right at Home Southeast San Antonio, we believe in dreaming big to have the highest ambitions to make the most out of life! We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner in our client's lives and looking for exceptional caregivers to join our team! Why you want to work with us: -Pay starting at $12-$13 per hour -Weekly Pay -Flexible scheduling, pick your hours! -Training and development opportunities -Referral programs and incentives -Gift cards and reward programs -Health Benefits after meeting requirements What you will do: -Assisting with daily acts of living such as bathing, grooming, toileting -Light housekeeping and cleaning -Meal preparation and cooking -Transportation to doctor appointments and errands -Medication reminders -Companionship and hobbies; puzzles, music, etc Who you are: -Compassionate and caring in nature -Must be 18 years of age or older -Must have a valid driver's license -Insured Vehicle with valid registration -1 year of caregiving experience preferred Hours: Hiring for all hours and shifts Location: Corpus Christi Pay: $12-$13 per hour Right at Home is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Ernest Health

Licensed Vocational Nurse Full Time

Overview Licensed Vocational Nurse - Full Time - Corpus Christi, Texas Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas offers comprehensive inpatient rehabilitative care in a warm, coastal community setting. We are committed to helping patients recover from disabling medical events – including strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, major orthopedic injuries, and medically complex illnesses – through personalized and intensive therapy programs. Our rehabilitation team combines expertise and compassion, providing tailored physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to address each patient’s specific challenges and goals. The hospital’s modern design includes spacious private rooms and fully equipped therapy areas, allowing patients to practice real-life skills and build confidence in a safe environment. Accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized for exceptional quality of care, Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to serve the Coastal Bend region by guiding patients on their journey to restored health, independence, and a better quality of life. Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being. Benefits: PPO and High-Deductible Medical Plan options Flexible and Health Saving account options available Dental and Vision coverage 401K with employer matching Life insurance Short-and-long term disability Competitive compensation and shift differentials. CRRN/CCRN pay! Wellness & Work Life balance: Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives. Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date. Professional Growth: Clinical Career Ladder bonus program Nursing Preceptor bonus program Continuing education opportunities What you bring: A passion for providing patient care, strong clinical skills, and a strong collaborator with Physicians and Therapists. Degree from an accredited Nursing Program. Current State Licensed Practical Nurse License . Current CPR As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus on enhancing the employees’ work experience, recognizing, and celebrating achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them. Qualifications Required Skills: Current state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse required Current CPR certification required One (1) year recent experience in acute care setting preferred Additional Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures. Demonstrates awareness of current Infection Control requirements and practices Demonstrates clinical proficiency utilizing policies, procedures, and guidelines Demonstrates appropriate use of supplies and equipment Demonstrates 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 proper levels of confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with others. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Responsibilities Under the direction of a registered nurse, provides general nursing care to patients. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.
Ernest Health

Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Overview Registered Nurse - Per Diem - Corpus Christi, Texas Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care! Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital in Corpus Christi, Texas offers comprehensive inpatient rehabilitative care in a warm, coastal community setting. We are committed to helping patients recover from disabling medical events – including strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, major orthopedic injuries, and medically complex illnesses – through personalized and intensive therapy programs. Our rehabilitation team combines expertise and compassion, providing tailored physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to address each patient’s specific challenges and goals. The hospital’s modern design includes spacious private rooms and fully equipped therapy areas, allowing patients to practice real-life skills and build confidence in a safe environment. Accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized for exceptional quality of care, Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to serve the Coastal Bend region by guiding patients on their journey to restored health, independence, and a better quality of life. Weekend and weekday shifts available What you bring: A passion for providing patient care, strong clinical skills, and a strong collaborator with Physicians and Therapists. Degree from an accredited Nursing Program. Current State Registered Nurse License . Current CPR As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus on enhancing the employees’ work experience, recognizing, and celebrating achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them. Qualifications Required Skills: Successful completion of accredited Registered Nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred. Current state license as a Registered Nurse required. Current CPR Certification required. One (1) year recent experience preferred. Acute care setting preferred. ACLS certification preferred in LTACH and Texas hospitals. Additional Qualifications/Skills: Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection control, and wound care standards of practice. Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS. Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and utilizes proper policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients. Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Demonstrates 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 proper levels of confidentiality. Ability to work closely and professionally with others. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Responsibilities The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within assigned unit. The role is also responsible for patient assessments, planning, supervising, interventions, and evaluations designed to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help the patient adapt to an altered life style. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Inpatient RN- PICU

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. G ENERAL P URPOSE OF J OB : The staff nurse is a professional Registered Nurse (RN) who provides direct nursing care to an assigned patient population, service line or clinic department. The staff nurse, utilizing the nursing process, plans and delivers effective patient care within the Texas Nursing Practice Act scope of practice and within the framework of Driscoll Health System’s vision and mission of excellence and integrated care delivery. The staff nurse practices within the established standards of practice, ethical guidelines, policies and guidelines reflective of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and their specialty service line. The staff nurse completes specific duties and maintains current competence in the skills and nursing practice according to the service line or area of primary work assignment. E SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all- i nclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required. LICENSE , E DUCATION AND / OR E XPERIENCE :  BSN preferred.  Current RN license in the State of Texas. C ERTIFICATES , R EGISTRATIONS . • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) continuously maintained. May onboard with AHA or Red Cross CPR and then transition to AHA upon first renewal. • Advanced Specialty Courses (ASC) according to Attachment A o ASC courses should be taken at earliest opportunity but must be completed within timeframes specified on Attachment A and continuously maintained ongoing. • National Certification in specialty must be attempted within 4 years of hire date for eligible role and continuously maintained thereafter.
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation

LVN (11pm

The LVN will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents • Provide bedside care • Administer medications and document therapeutic effects • Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration) • Assist with resident comfort • Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas • Provide wound care • Help coach and train staff as necessary
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation

LVN (7pm to 7am)

The LVN will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents • Provide bedside care • Administer medications and document therapeutic effects • Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration) • Assist with resident comfort • Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas • Provide wound care • Help coach and train staff as necessary
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation

LVN weekend only

The LVN will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents • Provide bedside care • Administer medications and document therapeutic effects • Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration) • Assist with resident comfort • Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas • Provide wound care • Help coach and train staff as necessary
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation

RN (3PM

RN will implement and coordinate the delivery of care in collaboration with physicians and resource health care personnel Registered Nurses will direct resident care to include making rounds on a timely basis to ensure continuity of care as well as documenting all pertinent information regarding care and observation of residents’ overall condition and behavior RN’s utilize the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) in ensuring overall resident care
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Medical Assistant

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. General Purpose of Job: To assist health care providers and clerical staff in the ambulatory patient care areas. Provides developmentally appropriate care for the ages of patients served. Perform a variety of routine and specialized tasks. Specific job duties include: Performs and documents vital signs and physical measurements in an age appropriate manner. Performs phlebotomy procedures, performs ancillary testing, promotes safety and infection control, calls pharmacy to authorize medication refills as per physician’s orders, performs clerical duties to include: answering telephones, greeting patients, appointment scheduling, insurance pre- authorizations, chart preparation and completion, retrieves diagnostic reports and dictations, arranges for hospital admissions, and procedures, and reinforces physician discharge orders Essential Duties and Behavioral Expectations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required. maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures. Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines. Schedules appointments, receives money for bills, keeps x-ray and other medical records, performs secretarial tasks, and completes insurance forms. Keys data into computer to maintain office and patient records. Performs and documents vital signs and physical measurements in an age appropriate manner Prepares patient for examination. Performs and documents vital signs according to hospital standards. Identifies abnormal vital signs and reports to the nurse or MD. Measures height and weight accurately. Documents or photocopies current immunization accurately. Documents allergy status accurately. Assists with the preparation of equipment. and aids physician during treatment, examination, and testing. Performs waive testing procedures such as glucose monitoring, urine dipstick, rapid-strep, hemoccult and urine pregnancy test. Passes competency validations annually. Labels appropriately, all waive testing controls with date opened, and expiration date. Maintains QC monitoring as appropriate. Documents legible and accurately Performs general lab duties as assigned Performs venipuncture, finger stick, and heel stick phlebotomy procedures as per hospital policy. Processes lab specimens, performs tests, and reports results as written in applicable policies and procedures. Performs only those tests that are authorized by the licensed professional and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training or experience, and technical abilities. Maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples. Adheres to laboratory’s quality control policies, documents all control activities. Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct problem immediately or notify nurse in charge. Promotes safety and infection control Observes and enforces guidelines for infection control in administering care, demonstrating adherence to infection control guidelines. Promotes safety of all patients and personnel. Promotes and ensures safe and effective use of equipment in assigned areas as observed annually by supervisory observation. Cleans toys per hospital policy. Responds to emergency situations as evidenced by ongoing supervisory observation. Assists nursing personnel and performs other duties Collaborates with licensed nurse in ensuring that all nursing care required by patients is administered and documented. Stocks supplies and exam rooms daily. Medication administration Health teaching and counseling as ordered by medical provider. Administer prescribed medications and immunizations. Maintains interaction and communication Maintains unit, department, and hospital communication as observed by supervisor. Attends staff meetings or signs attendance records for reading of minutes and attends all mandatory in-services 100% of the time as evidenced by a review of minutes and Staff Development Records. Notifies licensed staff or supervisor when unable to complete assigned or tasks or responsibilities. Monitors patient flow in clinic and guest relations to promote customer service. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Completion of medical assistant training course accredited by the Bureau of Private Post secondary and Vocational Education in the Department of Consumer Affairs or CAAHEP. Prior experience as a certified medical assistant preferred Basic knowledge of computer Current BLS or within six months of hire Attempt National Certification or Registry as Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) within two years of hire
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation

RN (11PM-7AM)

RN will implement and coordinate the delivery of care in collaboration with physicians and resource health care personnel Registered Nurses will direct resident care to include making rounds on a timely basis to ensure continuity of care as well as documenting all pertinent information regarding care and observation of residents’ overall condition and behavior RN’s utilize the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation) in ensuring overall resident care
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Surgery RN

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The staff nurse (RN) is a professional Registered Nurse who provides direct nursing care to assigned patient population. The staff nurse, utilizing the nursing process, plans and delivers effective patient care within the Texas scope of practice and within the frame work of Driscoll Health System's vision of excellence and integrated care delivery. The staff nurse complies within the established standards of practice, policies and clinical guidelines reflective of evidence-based best practice. The practice of the staff nurse contributes to creating an environment that is patient focused, family centered and is designed to provide continuation of care and patient transition management. SHIFT / HOURS: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm, plus call ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required. COMMUNICATION: Conveys information and shares ideas using the appropriate techniques to reach different audiences; promotes understanding and open information sharing. Listens actively; solicits and gives constructive and honest feedback. Is sensitive to the needs, ideas, and feelings of others. Develops and maintains rapport with others. Adheres to confidentiality guidelines. Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient and family using individualized interventions to ensure patient comfort and dignity. identifies barriers to learning, develops and implements education plan based on assessed patient/family needs. Uses clear, closed loop communication that enhances team information sharing and decision making. Uses chain of command to obtain appropriate health care response as an advocate for the patient. Functions as a patient/family advocate, seeking direction as needed to provide safe, effective, efficient, and timely care. Initiates appropriate referrals to the healthcare team based on assessed patient needs. Documents timely and accurately in the electronic medical record to reflect patients' plan of care and response to interventions. CUSTOMER/PATIENT FOCUS: Understands and anticipates the needs of both internal and external customers. Meets customer needs while remaining a good steward of organizational resources. Performs initial and ongoing focused assessments to identify actual, potential and critical changes in the patient's condition and follows through with appropriate reporting and actions. Develops, implements, and modifies an individualized plan of care that reflects cultural aspects as appropriate of illness/hospitalization to meet patient needs and diagnoses. Prioritizes, plans, organizes and directs care of assigned patients. Involves the patient and family in healthcare decisions and care as appropriate. Evaluates and reports pertinent patient response to interventions based on evidence-based best practice. Administers medications and other therapeutic treatments per clinical guidelines and orders; recognizes abnormal responses to medication therapy and initiates corrective therapy. Intervenes appropriately after correlating clinical picture to therapeutic treatment plan. Selects and utilizes appropriate equipment, devices, and supplies based on the patient's needs and treatment plan. Ensures the correct functioning of equipment, identifies deficits and reports appropriately. Participates in clinical research by following specific protocols. TEAMWORK: Fully participates in maintaining a positive team environment that is conducive to customer satisfaction. Builds trust among co-workers, focusing on accomplishing hospital and departmental goals. Works effectively with a diverse group of people in pursuit of the organization's goals. Shifts personal goals when necessary to focus on group objectives. Looks for ways to help others and to support their work. Initiates warm transfer techniques to refer customer service concerns to the right individual; does not display "it's not my job" attitude. Values others' contributions and shows respect for all individuals throughout the organization. Can be counted on by others. Demonstrates flexibility in staffing and scheduling to meet unit needs. Supports real time staffing decisions and assignments for the greater good. Supports goals through participation and compliance in unit activities and decision-making. Participates in improving patient care by engaging in reviewing and supporting practice change based on evidence-based practice. Maintains and respects relationships and builds rapport with peers and leadership. ACCOUNTABILITY: Take responsibility and ownership for delivering results through personal initiative and commitment. Willing to make recommendations and assume additional responsibilities. Organizes work and uses time efficiently. Take the initiative to find additional work during slow or downtimes. Recommends innovative ways of doing work more efficiently and effectively. Complies with and supports regulatory and organizational policies and professional standards. Completes required ongoing development and education/competency/certifications as required. Recognizes personal limitations and seeks guidance. Participate in Quality Improvement. Identifies trends in patient care outcomes for QI monitoring, practice change, and/or staff education. LEADERSHIP: Exhibits confidence in self and others, inspires respect and trust. Reacts effectively under pressure and motivates others to perform well. Demonstrates the ability to change behaviors and plans to meet rapidly changing/ competing job demands (new or unusual situations). Receives change as a challenge. Revises plans to meet changing circumstances. Ensures safe care by using effective communication and interactions with the health care team. Identifies conflict and helps to initiate resolution, seeking assistance when appropriate. Delegates appropriately, and oversees delegated tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel. Assists with changes in unit needs during a crisis situation and works collaboratively to re-establish unit function after a crisis situation. Participates in review of unit response to a crisis situation. LICENSE, EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. —Current RN license in the State of Texas CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: BLS required before hire Advanced Specialty Courses (ASC)/Credentials according to Appendix A ASC courses should be taken at earliest opportunity, completed within I year and continuously maintained ongoing National Certification in specialty must be attempted within 3 years of completing orientation and continuously maintained ongoing
Corpus Christi Medical Center

Surgical Technologist PRN

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Surgical Tech PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Corpus Christi Medical Center which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications What you will do in this role: Plans for and scrubs assigned surgical procedures in accordance with AORN, AST, quality, regulatory, and company standards. Participates in on-call rotation based on the need of the department. Operates the sterilizer and other patient care equipment according to manufacturer’s instructions after proper training. Promotes hospital processes and goals, and communicates issues, whether actual or potential, to appropriate person in the chain of command. Takes initiative in performing other duties, whether assigned or not, such as assisting with updating surgeon preference cards, pulling case carts, stocking rooms, turning-over the OR, and assisting with scheduled supply inventory. Quality Improvement: Strives for high quality performance and takes initiative to make improvements and deliver results. Personal Achievement: Sets and achieves personal goals to advance career-related skills, knowledge and abilities and helps others to improve their skills. Teamwork: Builds effective relationships across work groups by treating fellow employees with courtesy, respect and inclusiveness; maintains a positive attitude and takes responsibility for assignments. Takes initiative in helping others facilitate the delivery of care and promote efficiency and morale. Resource Management: Demonstrates accountability, discretion and sound judgment in using or managing hospital resources. Customer Service: Values and delivers high quality service to all customers through effective application of the ICARE principles and hospital’s service principles. Completes other activities as assigned. What qualifications you will need: Graduate of a Surgical Technology for Surgical Technologist role is required. Certification in Surgical Technology. Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required. 1 year of Surgical Technologist experience is preferred. Benefits Corpus Christi Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position. Corpus Christi Medical Center is a 630+ bed healthcare system of hospitals in Corpus Christi and the surrounding Coastal Bend community. Bay Area is our full-service acute care hospital and offers state-of-the-art cardiovascular services, bariatric, GYN and robotic surgery. The Women’s Center at Bay Area , with its NICU Unit, is also the home of our graduate medical education program. Doctors Regional is our acute care hospital, with a 24-hour emergency department, cardiac catheterization labs, orthopedic and surgical services, and inpatient rehabilitation. The Heart Hospital offers complete diagnostics, treatment, surgery and rehabilitation for cardiac patients. Northwest Regional/Northwest Behavior Health Center provides emergency medical services, laboratory, imaging services and outpatient behavioral health services. Bayview Behavioral Hospital provides inpatient and outpatient short-term treatment for psychiatric patients ages 12 years and older, as well as substance abuse treatment. Northshore Emergency Center is a full-service 24-7 emergency department in Portland that offers outpatient laboratory, imaging and occupational services. Radiation Oncology offers advanced technology for treating cancer with the latest and most specific radiation therapies available. Our programs focus on the needs of individual patients, while employing the latest techniques and research of 21st-century medicine. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Surgical Tech PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Inpatient RN

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The staff nurse (RN) is a professional Registered Nurse who provides direct nursing care to an assigned patient population. The staff nurse, utilizing the nursing process, plans and delivers effective patient care within the Texas scope of practice and within the frame work of Driscoll Health System's vision of excellence and integrated care delivery. The staff nurse complies within the established standards of practice, policies, and clinical guidelines reflective of evidence-based best practice. The practice of the staff nurse contributes to creating an environment that is patient-focused, family-centered, and is designed to provide continuation of care and patient transition management. License, Education and/or Experience -Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. - Current RN license in the State of Texas - At least 1 year of nursing experience required. 2+ years ED experience preferred. Pediatric experience preferred. Certificates/Registrations -BLS required upon hire -PALS and ACLS preferred or taken at earliest opportunity, completed within 1 year of employment and continuously maintained ongoing
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Inpatient RN- PICU

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. G ENERAL P URPOSE OF J OB : The staff nurse is a professional Registered Nurse (RN) who provides direct nursing care to an assigned patient population, service line or clinic department. The staff nurse, utilizing the nursing process, plans and delivers effective patient care within the Texas Nursing Practice Act scope of practice and within the framework of Driscoll Health System’s vision and mission of excellence and integrated care delivery. The staff nurse practices within the established standards of practice, ethical guidelines, policies and guidelines reflective of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and their specialty service line. The staff nurse completes specific duties and maintains current competence in the skills and nursing practice according to the service line or area of primary work assignment. E SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all- i nclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required. LICENSE , E DUCATION AND / OR E XPERIENCE :  BSN preferred.  Current RN license in the State of Texas. C ERTIFICATES , R EGISTRATIONS . • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) continuously maintained. May onboard with AHA or Red Cross CPR and then transition to AHA upon first renewal. • Advanced Specialty Courses (ASC) according to Attachment A o ASC courses should be taken at earliest opportunity but must be completed within timeframes specified on Attachment A and continuously maintained ongoing. • National Certification in specialty must be attempted within 4 years of hire date for eligible role and continuously maintained thereafter.
Right at Home Southeast San Antonio

Caregiver

Job description Are you a compassionate caregiver looking for a flexible and rewarding job opportunity? Join our team at Right at Home San Antonio, where we make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every day! Why Work with Us? (16 hours a week, long term client) Competitive Pay : Earn between $12 - $14 per hour Flexible Scheduling : We offer full-time, part-time, and weekend shifts to fit your schedule Weekly Pay : Get paid every week with On-Demand Pay available Ongoing Training : Access to professional development and on-the-job training Bonuses : Referral and loyalty bonus programs available Supportive Environment : Work in a positive environment where your contributions are valued Service Areas : Corpus Christi Caregiver Responsibilities: Provide compassionate care and companionship to seniors Assist with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, and transferring Support clients with Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke, and hospice care Help maintain a safe, comfortable home environment for our clients Caregiver Requirements: Must be 21 years or older Valid Driver’s License and auto insurance Reliable transportation with a safe driving record 1 year of experience working with seniors, CNA course completion, or enrollment in a nursing program Pass a national background check and drug screening CNA training (preferred but not required) Flexibility with work schedule is a plus Ready to Make a Difference? At Right at Home San Antonio, we believe in providing not just care, but also building meaningful relationships with our clients. Join a team that values you and the impact you make in your community! Apply Now to become a Caregiver at Right at Home San Antonio and start making a difference today. Office: (210) 688-8441
Rose Haven Retreat

RN

RN is responsible for supervising nursing personnel to deliver nursing care and within scope of practice coordinates care delivery, which will ensure that patient s needs are met in accordance with professional standards of practice through physician orders, center policies and procedures, and federal, state and local guidelines. This position is a staff position that has direct care responsibilities as well as supervisor responsibility for nursing assistants. We are looking for clinicians who would like to combine their love for people and strong work ethic with the opportunities to advance their career. Record a patient’s medical history accurately Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc. Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc. Monitor patients’ conditions, including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc. Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks Collect samples for lab testing as needed
Corpus Christi Medical Center

Registered Nurse RN Rehab

As the nation’s largest private employer of Registered Nurses, we’re honored by the trust of over 100,000 nurses and committed to supporting safe, high-quality care for which they can practice. That’s why more than 80% of our hospitals earn an A or B Leapfrog safety grade, rank in the top 5% nationally for patient outcomes through Health Grades , or are recognized as Magnet or Pathway to Excellence facilities. Join us! Job Summary and Qualifications We are seeking a Registered Nurse Rehab for our facility to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and we are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply now! What You Will Do In Your Role: You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for patients on our Rehab Unit. You will consistently apply the nursing process, critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, technical skills and leadership to independently deliver safe nursing care to patients. You will collaborate with the patient care team to achieve quality patient outcomes You will provide communication, confidence, and professionalism as evidenced by active engagement in unit and organizational activities You will demonstrate team work, adaptability, and serve as a resource to the patient care team You will have accountability for delivering quality nursing care services and for promoting a positive image of nursing What qualifications you will need: Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing is required. BSN is preferred. Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse on a Medical/Surgical Unit required. Rehab experience is preferred. Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas or Multi-State Compact License (Employees with RN Compact License are required to obtain Texas RN License within 90 days of hire date). Current BLS certification are required Benefits Corpus Christi Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. "There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Corpus Christi Medical Center is a 630+ bed healthcare system of hospitals in Corpus Christi and the surrounding Coastal Bend community. Bay Area is our full-service acute care hospital and offers state-of-the-art cardiovascular services, bariatric, GYN and robotic surgery. The Women’s Center at Bay Area , with its NICU Unit, is also the home of our graduate medical education program. Doctors Regional is our acute care hospital, with a 24-hour emergency department, cardiac catheterization labs, orthopedic and surgical services, and inpatient rehabilitation. The Heart Hospital offers complete diagnostics, treatment, surgery and rehabilitation for cardiac patients. Northwest Regional/Northwest Behavior Health Center provides emergency medical services, laboratory, imaging services and outpatient behavioral health services. Bayview Behavioral Hospital provides inpatient and outpatient short-term treatment for psychiatric patients ages 12 years and older, as well as substance abuse treatment. Northshore Emergency Center is a full-service 24-7 emergency department in Portland that offers outpatient laboratory, imaging and occupational services. Radiation Oncology offers advanced technology for treating cancer with the latest and most specific radiation therapies available. Our programs focus on the needs of individual patients, while employing the latest techniques and research of 21st-century medicine. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. Be a part of an organization that leverages our size to make a real impact in our industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Registered Nurse RN Rehab opening. Submit your application today and help advance the practice of nursing.
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Student Nurse Tech - Neonatal Care Center

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. STUDENT NURSE TECH PROGRAM The Student Nurse Tech Program at Driscoll Children’s Hospital provides nursing students an enhanced, paid educational opportunity, to expand on the skills learned in the classroom, with comprehensive learning and hands-on experience devoted entirely to pediatrics. Minimum Requirements : - Must currently be enrolled and remain enrolled in a school of registered nursing - Must have completed one semester of nursing school in the BSN program OR have completed the second semester of an AAS degree - Current BLS card through American Heart Association Important Information you should know: - You will need to submit grades and class registration every semester prior to working - SNTs are required to work a minimum of 2 shifts per pay period (2 weeks in a pay period) Limited openings make Driscoll’s Student Nurse Tech Program highly competitive. Selection will be based on meeting the minimum requirements, successful completion of coursework, completed application, resume, and the interview process. Required Application Process : 1. Complete the online application. 2. Attach a recent copy of an unofficial school transcript. Directions: under the tab Resume Attachment, Add Resume & Attachments - it will give you the option to upload 6 attachments. 3. Attach a copy of your current BLS card. 4. Attach a resume. **INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED** If you have questions about the application process, please email tamara.cibrian@dchstx.org .
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation

Certified Medication Aide

Qualifications • Successful completion of state-certified medication aide course • Ability to perform medication administration in accordance with governing regulations Responsibilities • Providing direct resident care services including medicine distribution to residents and following individualized plans of care for all residents
The Palms Nursing & Rehabilitation

LVN (3pm

The LVN will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents • Provide bedside care • Administer medications and document therapeutic effects • Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration) • Assist with resident comfort • Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas • Provide wound care • Help coach and train staff as necessary
Driscoll Children's Hospital

Inpatient RN Quick Care

Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. General Purpose of Job: The staff nurse is a professional Registered Nurse (RN) who provides direct nursing care to an assigned patient population, service line or clinic department. The staff nurse, utilizing the nursing process, plans and delivers effective patient care within the Texas Nursing Practice Act scope of practice and within the framework of Driscoll Health System’s vision and mission of excellence and integrated care delivery. The staff nurse practices within the established standards of practice, ethical guidelines, policies and guidelines reflective of the American Nurses Association (ANA) and their specialty service line. The staff nurse completes specific duties and maintains current competence in the skills and nursing practice according to the service line or area of primary work assignment. Essential Functions and Behavioral Expectations: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required. Standards of Nursing Practice Assessment Collects pertinent data through initial and ongoing focused assessments to analyze the patient’s condition and follows through with appropriate reporting and actions. Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs Utilizes appropriate tools to gather relevant data to inform patient care decisions Diagnosis/Analysis Analyzes assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems, and issues Verifies the diagnoses, problems, and issues with the healthcare consumer and interprofessional colleagues Outcomes Identification Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or situation Collaborates with the patient/family to define outcomes integrating culture, values, and ethical considerations Works collaboratively with other healthcare team members which may include other RNs, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners (NP), Physician Assistants (PA), Physicians and Medical/Nursing Assistants and administrative support staff to address patient needs promptly Planning Develops, prioritizes, implements, and modifies an individualized evidence-based plan of care in partnership with the person, family and healthcare team Contributes to creating an environment that is patient focused, family centered and is designed to provide continuation of care and patient transition management Advocates for compassion, responsible, and appropriate use of interventions Implementation Administers medications and therapeutic treatments using appropriate devices per clinical guidelines and orders Recognizes and intervenes to address abnormal responses to medication therapy and initiates corrective therapy Escalates patient care concerns or changing status until resolution is achieved Coordination of Care Initiates appropriate referrals to the healthcare team based on assessed patient needs Communicates with the patient/family, interprofessional team, and community-based resources for safe transitions in continuity of care Ensures continuity of care by communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers Acts as a liaison between specialties and sub-specialties, coordinating referrals and follow-up appointments as needed to support the patient continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient care Performs phone triage, manages prescription renewals, and coordinates follow-up appointments and care plans tailored to patients’ needs if working in an ambulatory setting Health Teaching and Health Promotion Identifies barriers to learning, develops and implements education plan based on assessed patient/family needs that reflects the patient/family values, beliefs, developmental level, learning needs, readiness and ability to learn, language preference, spirituality, culture and socioeconomic status Uses health promotion and teaching methods, including technologies to communicate health promotion and disease prevention Evaluation Evaluates and reports pertinent patient response to interventions based on evidence-based best practice Evaluates progress toward attainment of expected outcomes and revises plan as necessary Standards of professional performance Ethics Integrates code of Ethics for Nurses to guide practice and decision-making in all areas of practice Advocacy Functions as an advocate, seeking direction as needed to provide safe, effective, efficient, and timely care Demonstrates a willingness to address persistent, pervasive systemic issues Embraces diversity, equity, inclusivity, health promotion for individuals of diverse geographic, cultural, ethnic, racial, gender, and spiritual backgrounds across the life span Respectful and Equitable Practice Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with patient/family to ensure patient comfort and dignity without bias Communication Uses clear, closed loop communication that enhances team information sharing and decision making. Uses language translation resources to ensure effective communication Documents according to policy or guidelines in a timely and accurate manner in the medical record to communicate with the healthcare team Collaboration Supports goals through participation and compliance in unit activities, shared governance and decision-making Leadership Identifies conflict and helps to initiate resolution, seeking assistance when appropriate Demonstrates authority, ownership, accountability and responsibility for appropriate delegation of nursing care to unlicensed assistive personnel Assists by assuming a lead role as needs or schedule variances arise Assumes charge nurse role by completing additional training and competency to support the unit as requested Education Seeks experiences that reflect current practice to maintain and advance knowledge, skills, abilities, and judgment in clinical practice or role performance Mentors and/or trains new nurses to their roles for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence and emotional support Supports the acculturation of nurses new to their roles by role modeling, encouraging, advocating, and sharing pertinent information relative to optimal care delivery Scholarly Inquiry Participates in clinical research by following specific protocols Uses current evidence-based knowledge, combined with clinical expertise to guide practice Quality of Practice Complies with and supports regulatory and organizational policies and professional standards Participates in Quality Improvement Identifies trends in patient care outcomes for QI monitoring, practice change, and/or staff education Professional Practice Evaluation Participates in improving patient care by engaging in reviewing and supporting practice change based on evidence-based practice Completes required ongoing development and education/competency/certifications as required Resource Stewardship Ensures the correct functioning of equipment, identifies deficits and reports appropriately Integrates connected health technologies into practice to promote positive interactions between patients and care providers Submits required tasks and documentation to support chargeable and billable care activities Environmental Health Creates a safe and healthy workplace and professional practice environment void of abusive, destructive or oppressive behaviors Additional Job Responsibilities Staffing to Demand & Floating Demonstrates flexibility in staffing, scheduling and traveling as needed to meet unit and the hospital system staffing needs for the greater good Willing to float between various care areas, departments, subspecialty clinics or ambulatory clinics as directed by supervisor and according to scope and competency Nurses may be floated, flexed off or to stand-by according to policy based on schedule, volume and patient care needs and/or work activity demands to optimize resource allocation and maintain quality of care Supports staffing needs as deemed necessary by each individual Department or Service line. May be required to work alternating shifts or flexible hours including days, nights, weekends, or take on-call and/or call-back shifts to support regular and surge volume needs. These staffing changes will fluctuate with patient volume, acuity and staffing matrices Travel Requirements May be required to travel to satellite locations to support clinical practice care services as needed to ensure patient access and continuity of care Clinic nursing staff are required to travel to satellite outpatient clinics as needed to ensure patient access and continuity of care. Supports the coordination of patient care and services at these sites License, Education and/or Experience: BSN preferred. Current RN license in the State of Texas. Certificates, Registrations: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) continuously maintained. May onboard with AHA or Red Cross CPR and then transition to AHA upon first renewal. Advanced Specialty Courses (ASC) according to Attachment A ASC courses should be taken at earliest opportunity, but must be completed within timeframes specified on Attachment A and continuously maintained ongoing. National Certification in specialty must be attempted within 4 years of hire date for eligible role and continuously maintained thereafter.