Registered Nurse (RN) - Transitional Care Unit

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Transitional Care Unit

Location: Temple, TX

Shift: 12 HR Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), 3 shifts per week (36 hours)

Hourly Rate: $32 - $53

Job Overview:

We are seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our brand-new Transitional Care Unit in Temple, TX. This fast-paced 10-bed unit focuses on providing short-term care to patients requiring a variety of medical needs with the goal of diagnosing, monitoring, and treating them within 36 hours. If you are a Med/Surg RN who thrives in a challenging environment with constant change, this is the perfect fit for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to a variety of patients with conditions such as chest pain, CHF, syncope, dehydration, and gastrointestinal conditions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best outcomes for your patients.
• Quickly assess and respond to changes in patients' conditions, utilizing your critical care skills.
• Ensure thorough and accurate documentation and patient communication.
• Actively participate in shared governance, making meaningful contributions to nursing practice and patient care.

Benefits:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.
• RN Bonus Program rewarding nurses for providing exceptional care.
• Relocation assistance for full-time candidates.
• Access to continuing education: over 4,000 hours of online courses.
• Nurse governance model promoting nurse autonomy and decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Experience: Med/Surg experience is highly preferred.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Texas.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.