Registered Nurse (RN) - Director of Nursing
Valley Baptist Medical Center - Brownsville
Brownsville, TX
3x12 hrs
$30-42/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care240 bedsOracle Cerner
Pay
Benefits
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- Minimum of 70%
Description
Position Summary
This role provides leadership and support to the senior executive position (CNO) responsible for all nursing and other designated patient care functions/services within the hospital organization. The role will assume responsibility for assisting in assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating nursing practice on a multi-unit level. Role assumes 24/7 responsibility of Director’s assigned areas. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care.
Job Responsibilities
Active and current registered nurse license in the state of residence/practice. Has highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, proven leadership ability and hospital operational ability, and ability to serve as role model and advocate for the professional discipline of nursing.
Position Qualifications
Education:
Required: Associate degree from an accredited nursing school with a bachelor's degree in a health care related field or a BSN.
Preferred: MSN or master’s in a health care related field.
Experience:
Required: 2 years of progressive management experience in a hospital environment as a manager or full-time charge nurse/related position.
Certifications:
Required: Currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy; CPR.
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Facility
Valley Baptist Medical Center - Brownsville
- Short Term Acute Care
- 240 beds
- Oracle Cerner
Employer
Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX
About Brownsville, TX
- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs of around 90°F and lows of around 75°F.
- Winter average highs of around 70°F and lows of around 50°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for furnished housing.
- Car-friendly city with good road infrastructure.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of cultures due to its proximity to the Mexican border.
- Wide age range with a significant elderly population.
- Common health issues include diabetes and obesity.
- Brownsville has a large population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to the border.
- Plenty of restaurants offering Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican cuisine.
- Cultural attractions include museums showcasing military aircraft, indigenous dress, and costumes.
- Outdoor activities such as fishing, swimming, surfing, and birdwatching are popular at Boca Chica State Park and Sabal Palm Sanctuary.