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RN, ICU Nurse (FT / Night Shift)

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CHRISTUS Health

Alice, Texas

Posted May 7

Shift and hours
Nights
Unit and setting
ICU · Hospital
License
RN licenseRegistered Nurse License (Required)Work Location: In person
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Registered Nurse License (Required)Work Location: In person

What it pays

Against similar roles
Texas staff median is $42/hrTexas staff postings that state pay run $28/hr to $63/hr, the middle half $35/hr to $51/hr, across 1,475 postings. This posting's $28/hr to $46/hr is wider than that, so where you land depends on the offer.
Overtime pay
$28/hr

Benefits

  • Health savings account
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Flexible spending account
  • Tuition reimbursement
More benefits (11)
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Employee assistance program
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discount
  • Professional development assistance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan

The role and schedule

Charting
Cerner, Epic

The workplace

CHRISTUS Health logo
CHRISTUS Health
Health system employer

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

On your path

ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.

Original listing

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Job OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive critical care experience and a comprehensive understanding of advanced patient management within high-acuity environments. As an RN ICU Nurse, you will deliver exceptional patient care, coordinate complex medical procedures, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for critically ill patients.

This role offers an opportunity to apply your expertise in a fast-paced, technologically advanced setting committed to excellence and compassionate care. ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill patients in the ICU, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and managing ventilators. Perform detailed patient assessments and develop individualized care plans aligned with medical directives and best practices.

Operate advanced medical equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors while ensuring proper aseptic techniques. Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate treatment strategies and respond swiftly to emergencies. Document patient progress accurately in electronic health record (EHR) systems like Cerner or Epic, maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Assist in invasive procedures including catheterizations, suturing, and specimen collection while adhering to strict infection control protocols. Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, medication administration, and post-discharge care instructions. Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives by adhering to NCQA standards and hospital policies for patient safety and care excellence.

SkillsExtensive critical care experience within ICU settings, including Level I or Level II trauma centers or specialized units such as PICU or Neonatal ICU. Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or Epic for accurate documentation and order entry. Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, and diagnostic evaluation relevant to acute care medicine.

Skilled in airway management, IV insertion, medication administration, and ventilator management. Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or memory care needs is advantageous. Familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding, laboratory testing procedures, and specimen processing.

Ability to perform complex assessments including physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations under high-pressure conditions. Knowledge of infection control practices, aseptic techniques, and emergency response protocols such as Basic Life Support (BLS). Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and providing patient-centered education.

Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly in fast-paced environments such as emergency rooms or urgent care settings while maintaining a high standard of patient safety. Join our team dedicated to delivering exceptional critical care through advanced technology, compassionate service, and unwavering professionalism! Pay: $27.50 - $46.00 per hour

Benefits

401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceReferral programRetirement planTuition reimbursementVision insurance

Experience

Registered Nurse: 1 year (Required)License/

Certification

Registered Nurse License (Required)Work Location: In person

What's around it?

In Alice, TX

Alice, TXFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 3% below the US average

Median rent
$934/mo
Household income
$48,676/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Alice, TX

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