Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Corpus Christi, TX
GQR Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,046/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration24 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$800/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Description
**Job Title: Behavioral Health Registered Nurse • Mids**
Join our team in Corpus Christi, TX, as a Behavioral Health RN, providing care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
**Responsibilities:**
• Conduct patient assessments and deliver care.
• Supervise staff and maintain records.
• Calculate medication dosages and manage emergencies.
• Engage effectively with patients and team members.
**Schedule:**
ASAP Start date
• Mids: 2pm • 10:30pm
• 5 x 8•hour shifts, including alternate weekends
**Qualifications:**
• Active Texas RN License or Nurse Licensure Compact eligibility.
• CPR certification.
• Preferred: 2 years of nursing experience, 6 months as an RN, and experience with developmental disabilities.
• Two professional references required.
• COVID•19 vaccination mandatory.
**Additional Info:**
• Orientation: 2 weeks education, 2 weeks training.
• Patient Ratios: 9•10, adjusted as needed.
• Floating to different units may be required.
Make a difference in the lives of those with behavioral and developmental challenges. Apply today!
Employer
GQR Healthcare
2 nurses recommend working with GQR Healthcare
Pros
We all seem like we are here for the same reason Thank You Jesus
Cons
We find out some of us were miss lead Thank You Jesus
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About Corpus Christi, TX
As a Travel Behavioral Health 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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