Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Corpus Christi, TX
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs
$1,512/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN – Med/Surg Nights in Corpus Christi, TX | 13-week assignment, competitive weekly pay, Meditech EMR. Join a dedicated healthcare team delivering high-quality acute care on nights.
Join a dedicated team as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse in vibrant Corpus Christi, Texas (78411)! This travel nursing job is an exciting opportunity to work in a supportive acute care environment, providing high-quality care to a diverse patient population. Corpus Christi offers beautiful coastal views, a warm climate, and a welcoming community—making it a fantastic place to live and work during your assignment.
Job Details
- Location: Corpus Christi, TX 78411 (Corpus Christi healthcare / Texas nursing jobs)
- Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg, Nights
- Setting: Med/Surg Unit (16 beds)
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 13, 2026 – July 13, 2026)
- Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00-07:00)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,350 – $1,420 (competitive travel nursing pay)
- Patient Ratio: Up to 6:1
- Electronic Medical Record: Meditech (Meditech EMR experience preferred)
- Dress Code: Scrubs
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (must be eligible to practice in Texas)
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute Med/Surg experience
- Ability to manage a patient load of 4–6 patients in an acute care Med/Surg setting
- Proficiency in standard nursing skills: IV insertions, urinary catheter insertion/maintenance, central line maintenance, and medication administration
- Strong communication, clinical judgment, and documentation skills
- Friendly, positive, patient-centered, and team-focused attitude
- Willingness to float to other Med/Surg units and participate in rotating weekend shifts as needed
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to Med/Surg and COVID+ patients in an acute care setting
- Perform standard nursing procedures including IV and urinary catheter insertions, central line maintenance, and safe medication administration
- Collaborate closely with physicians, PCAs, and the multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Document patient care accurately and timely in the Meditech EMR system
- Maintain a safe, patient-centered, and supportive environment for patients and staff
- Participate in unit-based initiatives and adhere to infection control and clinical safety protocols
This Med/Surg travel nursing position is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) seeking nights in Corpus Christi, TX. If you have acute care Med/Surg experience and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our healthcare team — submit your resume or click Apply to start your travel RN assignment in Corpus Christi, Texas today.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - Travel
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About Corpus Christi, TX
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Corpus Christi, TX here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Corpus Christi is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 92°F, and winter lows are around 48°F.
- Short-term rentals are relatively easy to find in Corpus Christi, especially in the beach areas and downtown.
- Corpus Christi is car-friendly, and public transportation options include buses and trolleys, but they may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- Corpus Christi has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Corpus Christi offers a variety of activities including beach outings, seafood restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, water sports, and outdoor adventures like birdwatching and hiking.
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