Registered Nurse - ECC - Wharton Campus- Full Time - Mid Shift

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse is responsible for professional nursing care and related assistance to patients on an assigned unit.  The staff nurse provides direction to licensed vocational nurses and non-professional nursing personnel in providing direct patient care.  The staff nurse supports the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the objectives of the hospital.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

Clinical nursing experience OR equivalent EMT/Paramedic experience required. Experience in critical care preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse or Graduate Nurse. Certified in Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association. Advance Cardiac Life Support and Pediatric Advance Life Support (or ENPC) required within 6 months of employment.  TNCC within 18 months of employment. Employees must remain current in these certifications.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated leadership ability and critical thinking skills required.  Excellent communication skills.  Computer skills including Microsoft Office.

ABOUT OAKBEND:

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.