CCU Registered Nurse
Corpus Christi, Texas
CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline
$1,719-2,092/weekTRS Healthcare will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Registered Nurse (Critical Care Unit) - Travel Position
Location: Corpus Christi, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights, 7 PM – 7 AM
Employment Type: Full Time, Travel
Job Summary
Provide independent nursing care in a critical care setting, managing complex patients including those post cardio-thoracic surgery fresh out of OR. Care for high acuity patients with multiple comorbidities and drips, including use of advanced devices such as IMPELLA, Balloon Pump, Arctic Sun, TABLO XT/CRRT. Utilize nursing process for assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Provide patient and family education and manage psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Texas
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
- BLS issued by American Heart Association
- ACLS certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Position Requirements
- Attend New Nurses Orientation within first 30 days if newly hired
- Precepted onboarding with competency validations specific to critical care
- Completion of annual competency verifications
Responsibilities
- Provide routine and complex nursing care independently
- Make appropriate assignments and delegate to other care providers
- Administer medications and treatments per protocol, monitor for side effects and effectiveness
- Document patient history, symptoms, medications, and care provided
- Assess and address learning needs of patients, families, and caregivers
Additional Information
- Experience caring for patients with advanced cardiac devices and high acuity conditions is essential
- Ability to manage multiple drips and complex clinical situations required
This role is ideal for a critical care RN with at least one year of specialty experience or a new graduate seeking travel experience in a high-acuity environment. Night shift availability and strong clinical judgment are essential.
Facility
CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline
1 nurse recommends working with CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline
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About Corpus Christi, TX
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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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