RN: ER

Job Description:

Join a busy Emergency Department in Corpus Christi, TX, for a 13-week travel assignment as a Registered Nurse working 12-hour night shifts. This role offers the chance to engage with a diverse patient population presenting low to moderate acuity cases, including ESI levels 4 and 5, with occasional higher complexity. You will be responsible for assessments, medication administration, wound care, IV insertions, and lab draws, all while utilizing advanced equipment like cardiac monitors and Baxter IV pumps. The setting features a 16-bed ED with 8 hall chairs, staffed by a team experienced in trauma and emergency procedures. This assignment provides an opportunity to expand your trauma experience as the hospital is transitioning from a Level IV to a Level II trauma center. Expect a collaborative environment that values compassion, urgency, and teamwork, with a focus on timely care for stroke, STEMI, sepsis, and trauma patients.

Weather:

The weather around this time of year is generally warm and pleasant, with plenty of sunshine and mild evenings. Humidity levels are moderate, making it comfortable for outdoor activities after shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Beach Day at Padre Island National Seashore: Enjoy sunbathing, swimming, or beachcombing along pristine shores.
• Water Sports Adventures: Try kayaking or paddleboarding in the Gulf of Mexico.
• USS Lexington Museum: Tour the historic aircraft carrier and explore military history.
• Texas State Aquarium: Discover marine life from around the world at this top attraction.
• National Seashore Day Trip: Take a scenic drive to the nearby South Texas coast for a relaxing day of fishing or birdwatching.

Job Specifics:

Location: Corpus Christi, TX

Shift: 12-hour night shifts

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours per week: 36 hours