Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $26.00 - $40.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability Coverage
flexible spending accounts
Employee counseling services
401(k) retirement plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Family building benefits
Paid Time Off
Employee Health Assistance Fund
Tuition Assistance
Job Description
Valley Regional Medical Center is a leading healthcare institution located in Brownsville, TX, serving the surrounding communities in the Rio Grande Valley with dedication and compassion since its founding in 1975. Originally established as Valley Community Hospital, it has grown into a licensed facility with over 215 beds and a staff of more than 200 physicians representing over 25 medical specialties. This progressive hospital is recognized as an Advanced Level III Trauma Center and an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, underscoring its commitment to providing critical and complex care to patients in need. The medical center offers comprehensive services, including emergency... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate Degree or higher in Nursing
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within 30 days of employment
- Ability to perform nursing procedures and utilize medical technology effectively
- Strong communication and patient advocacy skills
- Commitment to patient-centered care and teamwork
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced cardiac unit environment
Job Qualifications
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Associate Degree or Bachelors Degree in Nursing
Job Duties
- Assess the patients condition during admission and each scheduled shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status
- Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s), and ensure thorough and timely documentation of care administration in the patients medical record
- Administer prescribed medications, monitor the patient for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication
- Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests, proactively anticipating patient needs, and resolving them
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the patients medical condition, treatment plan, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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