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Registered Nurse - 8N – Neuro IMC / Neurosurgical

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CHRISTUS Health

Corpus Christi, Texas

Eligibility
RNSign-on bonus
Shift
12-hour
Hours a week
36 hrs a week
Unit
Neuro IMC

Posted Aug 18

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Role

Schedule
12-hour · 3 a week · 36 hours
Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
1+ years

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Pay

Sign-on bonus
$10,000

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About this role

This position qualifies for a $10K Sign-on Bonus with a 2-year commitment

8NT is a 36-bed unit with a focus on Neuro Telemetry and Neuro Surgical Services. The primary patient population is composed of stroke, brain, and spinal conditions that range from; seizures, brain aneurysm, laminectomy, cervical fusion, stable craniotomy mechanical thrombectomy after 24 hours of ICU recovery. We have a strong working relationship with our neurosurgeons and neurologists who provide education and guidance to help enhance our nursing care.

We pride ourselves on our TJC Comprehensive Level 1 Stroke Certification. We strive to maintain a culture of teamwork and quality. Every associate from our physicians, stroke coordinators, nurses, certified nursing assistants, therapists, and case managers plays a crucial role in the success of our unit.

Summary

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The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

Responsibilities

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients. Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.

Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed. Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given. Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

BLS required RN License in state of employment or compact

Work Schedule

3 Days - 12 Hours

Work Type

Full Time

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Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred
  • 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred
  • Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
  • BLS required
  • RN License in state of employment or compact
  • Work Schedule
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Place

City
Corpus Christi, Texas
Median rent
$1,292/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024

Local household income
$67,394/yr

all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024

Metro price level
7% below the national average

Corpus Christi area index 92.7, where 100 is the national average.

Corpus Christi sits along the Gulf Coast, offering nurses a laid-back beach-city lifestyle with year-round warm weather. The city stretches along Corpus Christi Bay, with Padre Island just to its east. Waterfront living, fishing, and coastal cuisine define the local culture, while several major hospital systems serve the growing region.

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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.

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