RN, Registered Nurse - A9 Trauma Progressive Care
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Description
Summary: Provides professional nursing care for the comfort and
well-being of patients. Prepares equipment and assists physician
during examinations and treatments. Administers prescribed
medications, changes dressings, cleans wounds, and monitors patient
vital signs. Observes and maintains records on patient care,
condition, reaction, and progress. CHRISTUS Spohn Shoreline houses
the region's only Level II Trauma Center. A9 Trauma Progressive
Care Unit (PCU) is a 27-bed intermediate care unit with an emphasis
on the neurological, thoracic, abdominal, and orthopedic trauma
patient. In addition, A9 PCU is the designated stroke overflow unit
for CHRISTUS Spohn. As a PCU, A9 registered nurses hold BLS, ACLS,
TNCC, and NIHSS certificates and are required to hold multiple
advanced competencies to include the administration of
anti-arrhythmic drips, the management of non-invasive respiratory
support, and the performance of serial neurological and NIHSS
exams. Our staffing consists of a 1:3-5 nurse to patient ratio that
is adjusted based on patient acuity. As a nurse working on this
fast-paced unit, you can expect to working with a hard-working,
diverse, highly collaborative team of physicians, advanced
practitioners, RNs, LVNs, Therapists, RRTs, and ancillary staff. If
you are a professional whom is looking for both growth and support
in an exciting setting, consider joining our team! If you are
looking to join a rapidly growing faith-based organization that
encourages professional development, we want you to become a part
of the CHRISTUS Spohn family! **This position qualifies for
Relocation Assistance as well as a SIGN-ON BONUS based on
experience.** Requirements: Graduate of an accredited school of
nursing. Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing
care.
One-year experience in nursing preferred.
Current Texas State RN License
CPR (American Heart Association)
ACLS required within 6 months of hire/transfer date
EKG required within 90 days of hire/transfer date Work Type: Full
Time
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