Emergency Department RN
Brownsville, TX
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - ED

Job Details:

• Provide nursing care in a 22-bed Emergency Department with 4:1 patient ratios
• Work with day shift team: Charge nurse + 5 RNs + ER techs and various shift patterns (12-12, 10-10, 3-3)
• Work with night shift team: Charge nurse + 6 RNs + ER techs and various shift patterns
• Required to work 2 weekends per schedule with no on-call requirements
• Minimum 5 years of recent Emergency Department experience in high-acuity setting required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, CPI
• Must have strong triage and critical thinking skills
• Experience with trauma and cardiac alerts, including STEMI, stroke, and sepsis patient care required
• Perform procedures including IV insertion, medication administration, EKGs, splinting, wound care
• Assist with moderate sedation, intubation, CPR, rapid sequence intubation, and code response
• Provide care for stroke, STEMI, sepsis, trauma, and behavioral health patients
• Handle transport preparation and coordination for higher levels of care
• Conduct triage assessment and prioritization based on ESI guidelines
• Follow isolation and infection control protocols
• Use Meditech EMR system for documentation in fast-paced environment
• Dress code requires royal blue scrubs
• Must be team-oriented, punctual, reliable, and compassionate with excellent patient-centered care
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required

Facility:

This regional medical center operates a comprehensive emergency department providing high-acuity emergency care services to the community. The facility maintains a 22-bed emergency department with a full complement of nursing staff and emergency technicians operating around the clock. The medical center emphasizes quality emergency care with specialized protocols for trauma, cardiac events, stroke care, and other critical conditions requiring immediate medical attention.

Location:

Brownsville, TX

Brownsville offers a unique border city experience in South Texas with rich cultural diversity and year-round warm weather. The area provides affordable living costs, proximity to beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, and a vibrant blend of American and Mexican cultures, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking a dynamic and culturally enriching work environment.