Registered Nurse- NICU

Mission Regional Medical Center

Mission, Texas

Mission Regional Medical Center is a community hospital.

Posted Oct 30 · Applications close Oct 30, 2027 · 1 year of experience

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Shift and hours: Days
Unit and setting: NICU
License: RN licenseCurrent and valid state RN License.
Term: Permanent

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License: Current and valid state RN License.
Certification: Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Certification: NRP (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
Experience: One year experience in an acute care setting with experience in nursery or NICU environment.
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Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

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Mission Regional Medical Center

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You would be walking into a 297-bed non-profit hospital in Mission, Texas 78572 — inpatient and outpatient under one roof, part of Prime Healthcare, serving the Rio Grande Valley for more than 60 years. If you take ICU days, they…

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Rehab RN nights 12-hour 7:00pm-7:00am; Telemetry full-time days; Endoscopy per diem days; DOU per diem nights; ICU day shift; flexible schedules advertised in 2023

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Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Mission Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference. Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, non-profit hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient hospital services to the people of the Rio Grande Valley.

Rated one of the top hospitals in the country for clinical excellence in many services including maternity and orthopedic care, Mission Regional Medical Center has been offering quality healthcare, close to home, for over 60 years. For more information visit www.missionrmc.org. Responsibilities Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of safe patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.

The Registered Nurse also directs and guides patient/family teaching and activities of other nursing personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition and/or response to treatment. Provides for a safe environment for patients and visitors.

Utilizes the chain of command when necessary to ensure patient well-being and appropriateness of care to neonates from post delivery stabilization through discharge. NICU- Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice with assistance to neonates. Qualifications Education and Work Experience Current and valid state RN License.

Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current. NRP (AHA) certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current. One year experience in an acute care setting with experience in nursery or NICU environment.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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Mission, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 14% below the US average

Median rent: $950/mo
Household income: $60,767/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Mission, TX

NeighborhoodsResidential options in Mission range from established corridors near downtown to expanding developments along North Shary Road and Conway Avenue. Newer gated communities like Lantana Landing on Trosper Road and Laguna Oaks Phase 2 near Expressway 83 attract professionals wanting modern construction and controlled access. Families and relocating staff frequently concentrate in subdivisions associated with Sharyland ISD, including John H Shary, West Addition to Sharyland, Marbella Phase II Sharyland Plantation Village, and Glasscock Hills. Other established residential pockets include West Sharyland, Mission Manor, and Aladdin Villas, which offer mature trees, larger lots, and straightforward surface-street navigation.

Residential options in Mission range from established corridors near downtown to expanding developments along North Shary Road and Conway Avenue. Newer gated communities like Lantana Landing on Trosper Road and Laguna Oaks Phase 2 near Expressway 83 attract professionals wanting modern construction and controlled access.

Families and relocating staff frequently concentrate in subdivisions associated with Sharyland ISD, including John H Shary, West Addition to Sharyland, Marbella Phase II Sharyland Plantation Village, and Glasscock Hills. Other established residential pockets include West Sharyland, Mission Manor, and Aladdin Villas, which offer mature trees, larger lots, and straightforward surface-street navigation.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: martinezrgvhomes.com Source 2: apartments.com

Getting aroundDriving is the standard commute method across Mission, with local trips typically averaging around 18 to 19 minutes. Expressway 83 serves as the primary east-west spine connecting Mission directly into McAllen's healthcare facilities and commercial centers, while Conway Avenue and North Shary Road handle local north-south traffic. Public transportation is very limited and personal vehicles are essential for shift workers. Hospital parking across the Rio Grande Valley is generally ample and surface-lot based, avoiding the high garage fees and congestion typical of major Texas metropolitan centers.

Driving is the standard commute method across Mission, with local trips typically averaging around 18 to 19 minutes. Expressway 83 serves as the primary east-west spine connecting Mission directly into McAllen's healthcare facilities and commercial centers, while Conway Avenue and North Shary Road handle local north-south traffic.

Public transportation is very limited and personal vehicles are essential for shift workers. Hospital parking across the Rio Grande Valley is generally ample and surface-lot based, avoiding the high garage fees and congestion typical of major Texas metropolitan centers.

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OutdoorsMission is an internationally recognized hub for birding and wildlife observation along the Rio Grande corridor. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park serves as headquarters for the World Birding Center network, featuring miles of hiking and biking trails, observation towers, and tram tours through protected subtropical woodlands. Nearby, the National Butterfly Center supports over 100 butterfly species and native gardens. For sports and local recreation, the city maintains the Mission Mountain Bike Park alongside golf venues including Shary Municipal Golf Course, Meadow Creek Resort, and Martin Valley Ranch.

Mission is an internationally recognized hub for birding and wildlife observation along the Rio Grande corridor. Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park serves as headquarters for the World Birding Center network, featuring miles of hiking and biking trails, observation towers, and tram tours through protected subtropical woodlands.

Nearby, the National Butterfly Center supports over 100 butterfly species and native gardens. For sports and local recreation, the city maintains the Mission Mountain Bike Park alongside golf venues including Shary Municipal Golf Course, Meadow Creek Resort, and Martin Valley Ranch.

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Mission offers relocating nurses a welcoming foothold in the lower Rio Grande Valley, situated directly along the Rio Grande and immediately west of McAllen. Known as the 'Home of the Ruby Red Grapefruit,' the community is distinguished by its vibrant bicultural heritage, cross-border ties via the Anzalduas International Bridge, and world-class ecotourism hubs like Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park and the National Butterfly Center. Healthcare workers benefit from short, low-stress vehicle commutes along Expressway 83, connecting directly to major hospitals across Hidalgo County. Housing options range from modern gated subdivisions like Lantana Landing to sought-after family enclaves zoned to Sharyland ISD. Dining centers on authentic border cuisine, from tamales at Delia's to waterfront meals at the Riverside Club on the River. Relocating nurses should anticipate hot, humid summers exceeding 100 degrees and a total reliance on personal vehicles, as public transit is sparse. For medical professionals seeking an unhurried lifestyle, strong community ties, and rich cultural flavor, Mission delivers an appealing, accessible home base.

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As of 2026-09Source 1: martinezrgvhomes.com Source 2: apartments.com Source 3: missionrvresort.com Source 4: bertogdenmissionautooutlet.com Source 5: rent.com

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