Job Description
DescriptionSummary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care for the comfort
and well-being of patients. The Registered Nurse (RN) prepares equipment and assists physician
during examinations and treatments. The Registered Nurse (RN) administers prescribed medications,
changes dressings, cleans wounds, and monitors patient vital signs. The Registered Nurse (RN)
observes and maintains records on patient care, condition, reaction, and progress. The Registered
Nurse (RN) participates as primary nurse, associate nurse, a team member or team leader in the
planning and implementing of patient care. The Registered Nurse (RN) directs and assists in carrying
out safe aseptic technique and procedures. The Registered Nurse (RN) offers leadership and direction
to all support staff within department.
The Emergency Department of CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Kleberg
is a 12-bed unit organized and designed for the immediate treatment of emergency medical and/or
surgical conditions. We have a Medical provider 24 hours per day with An Advance Practitioner 9
hours per day. The Emergency Department had been designated a Level IV Trauma Center by Texas
Department of Health. The department is responsible for initiating lifesaving procedures in all
types of emergency situations and for providing emergency care for other conditions, including
chronic medical problems and minor injuries and illnesses. After emergency measures are implemented
the patient may be transferred within the hospital, to another institution, or discharged home. Our
average daily census is 60. The most frequent medical diagnoses seen are R/O Myocardial Infarction,
Congestive Heart Failure, Pneumonia , Cardiovascular conditions, cardiopulmonary conditions,
Diabetes Mellitus, Hepatitis, Pancreatitis, URI and Urosepsis. The most frequent surgical conditions
are appendicitis, fractured hip and spontaneous abortion.
The ER staff work closely with the
community by providing education on disease process and safety measures. We also volunteer our time
and service to help out our local naval base during events such as “Wings over Texas” and our
surrounding areas with events such as, “Beach to Bay.” Our team has been recognized for exceeding
the goal for treating a MI or stroke patient. They have made changes to the overall flow in the ER
to improve the door to doctor times and over all patient experience. We have earned the Silver Award
from the American Heart Association for our Stroke Care.
Requirements:
Associate's Degree in
NursingOne year experience in nursing preferred.Current Texas State RN License or Compact RN
LicenseBLS (American Heart Association)ACLS required at time of hire for experienced RNs. New
graduate nurses must obtain ACLS by the end of the clinical orientation period.NIHSS required within
90 days of hire/transfer dateDe-escalation training required within 90 days of hire/transfer
dateTNCC required within 6 weeks of hire for experienced RNs. New graduate nurses must obtain TNCC
within 18 months of hire/transfer date.PALS required at time of hire for experienced RNs. New
graduate nurses must obtain PALS by the end of the clinical orientation period.
Work Type:
Per
Diem As Needed
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Additional Information:
- Specialty: RN
- Location: 1311 General Cavazos BlvdKingsville, Texas 78363
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About the Company:
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of
more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care
facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and
ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and
the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing
ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately
45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for
patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United
States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and
core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the
communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family
members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the
dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas
is an ongoing effort.