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Emergency Department RN

Location

Brownsville, Texas

Employment Type

Travel

Contract Length

13 weeks

Schedule

36 hours per week
2 weekends per schedule
No on-call required

Unit Overview

Emergency Department
22 beds
55 staff members
Patient ratio: 4:1

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Texas
ED - Emergency Department (5 years of experience)
ED - Emergency Department experience within the last year
BLS
ACLS
PALS
CPI
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Preferred Qualifications

Meditech documentation system experience
Bilingual English/Spanish

Key Clinical Experience

Trauma and cardiac alert care, including STEMI, stroke, and sepsis patients
Strong triage and critical thinking skills

Common Procedures / Responsibilities

IV insertion, medication administration, EKGs, splinting, and wound care
Moderate sedation for procedures such as reductions or cardioversion
Assisting with intubation, CPR, rapid sequence intubation, and code response
Transport preparation and coordination for higher levels of care
Triage assessment and prioritization using ESI guidelines
Isolation and infection control protocols
Documentation and reassessment in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment

Fast-paced emergency care setting
Team-oriented, flexible, and patient-centered culture

Facility

Valley Regional Medical Center

3.5rating(22 reviews)

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Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)

Staff Position

4.0rating

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Short Term Acute Care
214 beds

ADDRESS100 Alton Gloor BoulevardBrownsville, TX 78526

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About Brownsville, TX

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Brownsville, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

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.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with good road infrastructure.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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.

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