Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $29.00 - $44.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

comprehensive benefits
wellbeing support
Time away from work
Savings and retirement resources
Education support
Additional benefits

Job Description

Perm Staff Jobs is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Rehabilitation for a staffing position in Corpus Christi, Texas. This opportunity presents an ongoing employment type within a specialized rehabilitation inpatient services setting. The role is centered around improving patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Corpus Christi Medical Center, part of the HCA Healthcare system, is an extensive healthcare facility offering a 630+ bed capacity serving the Coastal Bend community. Its multiple hospital campuses provide comprehensive services including acute care, cardiovascular, bariatric, robotic surgery, behavioral health, emergency services, and radiation oncology. Recognized for its commitment to ethical patient care and advanced medical treatment, HCA Healthcare emphasizes a patient-first philosophy guided by warmth, compassion, and dignity. The organization has also received multiple commendations for ethical practices and invests significantly in community health and charitable care.

The Manager of Rehabilitation Unit role in inpatient services at Doctors Regional Medical Center (DRMC) focuses on upholding high-quality, patient-centered nursing care. This position requires strong leadership by overseeing daily unit operations while ensuring staff proficiency and compliance with policies and clinical standards. The role champions evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety, clinical outcomes, and operational efficiency. Emphasizing accountability, transparency, and collaboration, the Manager supports accreditation goals, regulatory compliance, and maintenance of equipment per standards. Key functions include managing patient admissions, facilitating interdisciplinary coordination to meet diverse clinical needs, leading nursing practices, and fostering a culture that prioritizes recovery and holistic care for rehabilitation patients.

This management role necessitates expertise in acute care and rehabilitation settings, along with experience guiding clinical teams to achieve facility objectives. The successful candidate must be an active registered nurse licensed in Texas, possess vital certifications including BLS and ACLS, and hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing. With a background depicting at least three years in a leadership or management role specifically within inpatient rehabilitation, the candidate will be equipped to handle the multifaceted demands of the position while contributing to the hospital’s mission and patient outcomes.

Corpus Christi Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage alongside behavioral health and telemedicine services. Employee wellbeing is supported through counseling, paid time off, family leave options, and disability coverage. Financial benefits include a 401(k) plan with an employer match, stock purchase opportunities, flexible spending accounts, and financial counseling. Educational support through tuition assistance, certification support, and partnerships with nursing colleges foster professional growth. Additional perks include fertility and family-building assistance, adoption aid, life insurance, supplemental health plans, and identity theft protection.

Joining Corpus Christi Medical Center not only means being part of a leading healthcare provider but also participating in a community-focused institution that embraces innovation, ethical standards, and comprehensive patient care. This role is ideal for nurses seeking to advance their leadership capabilities and drive quality initiatives in rehabilitation nursing. Prospective applicants are encouraged to apply and become integral members of a trusted health system with deep community ties and a commitment to excellence.

Job Requirements

  • currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state(s) of practice and/or has an active compact license, in accordance with law and regulation
  • basic life support (BLS) required
  • advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) required
  • bachelor’s degree in nursing
  • 3 years applicable experience in management or leadership role in an acute care inpatient rehab setting

Job Qualifications

  • currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state(s) of practice and/or has an active compact license, in accordance with law and regulation
  • basic life support (BLS) required
  • advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) required
  • bachelor’s degree in nursing
  • 3 years applicable experience in management or leadership role in an acute care inpatient rehab setting

Job Duties

  • helps create a superior clinical identity by operationalizing evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and quality outcomes
  • ensures adherence to standards of care
  • supports efforts to reduce variation in clinical practice and improve efficiency, effectiveness, and cost
  • ensures a culture of accountability and transparency in the provision of care
  • supports the achievement of internal/external benchmarks, accreditations, and designations
  • ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
  • ensures equipment maintenance is performed regularly and according to regulatory and/or accreditation standards
  • manages admissions and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care
  • facilitates effective interdisciplinary care coordination within and across departments
  • ensures staff with appropriate clinical competencies are assigned to meet patient care needs
  • manages nursing practice and unit operations
  • monitors and evaluates the provision of nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures to ensure patient and family needs are assessed and met

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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