Nurse Extern PRN
Company: Corpus Christi Medical Center
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: March 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Introduction Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an)
Nurse Extern 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 nation's leading provider of healthcare
services, HCA Healthcare. 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 medical coverage that covers many
common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include
prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as
telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more. Fertility and family building benefits through
Progyny Free counseling services and resources for emotional,
physical and financial wellbeing Family support, including adoption
assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of
service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Retirement readiness and
rollover services and preferred banking partnerships Education
assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent
scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work
Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term
disability coverage and leaves of absence) Learn more about
Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by
location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do
you want to work as a(an) Nurse Extern PRN where your passion for
creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are
dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be
your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! Job
Summary and Qualifications The Nurse Extern delivers high-quality,
patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic
patient care services related to common nursing functions and
activities of daily living. Under the supervision of the registered
nurse (RN), the Nurse Extern assists the nursing staff in providing
patient care in accordance with the Nurse Extern’s skills/training
and the needs of the Department and consistently assists the
patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and
safe patient care environment. The Nurse Extern is currently
enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of nursing
and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is
achieved. Your responsibilities will include: Providing essential
care for patients by helping with ADLs (Activities of Daily
Living), checking vital signs, supporting mobility, and ensuring
comfort and hygiene Performing nursing tasks like wound care,
catheter care, collecting specimens, and other basic procedures as
you gain experience and grow in your competency Documenting care
accurately and communicating timely updates with the nursing team
to keep patient care seamless and coordinated Helping patients and
families understand their care plans and offering guidance for
their health and recovery Keeping patient areas clean and safe by
following infection prevention practices, managing equipment, and
maintaining an organized environment Championing your growth and
enhancing patient care by engaging in learning opportunities,
sharing ideas to improve care, and partnering with your supervisor
or preceptor to build your personal career development plan What
qualifications you will need: Currently enrolled in an accredited
school of nursing in an Associate or Bachelor's Degree Program
Ideally at least 6 months remaining prior to graduation Completion
of Fundamentals or Foundations of Nursing course required Basic
Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within30 days of employment
start date Be able to work 24 productive hours in a month 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
Nurse Extern 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
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