Registered Nurse

Albany, TX

$65,557 - $90,852 a year

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Job Details

Profession: Allied Health, Nursing

Type: Full Time

Registered Nurse

 

MLR (MLee Recruiting) is looking for a dedicated Nursing Specialist to join a respected acute-care hospital located near Abilene, Texas, in a full-time, permanent position!

 

Compensation: $65,426 - $90,821 per year

 

Nursing Specialist Responsibilities

  • Conduct patient assessments, discussing health issues to determine individual care needs.
  • Record detailed medical histories and document current symptoms and health status.
  • Ensure patients are comfortable and well-informed before tests or treatments.
  • Manage medications and treatments, monitoring for possible side effects or adverse reactions.
  • Work with the healthcare team to develop and update care plans.
  • Provide wound care by cleaning and dressing wounds as needed.
  • Assist medical professionals during various procedures.
  • Operate and maintain medical equipment, ensuring functionality and safety.
  • Collect specimens, like blood and urine, for lab analysis.
  • Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, answering questions and addressing concerns.
  • Oversee and mentor nursing staff, including LPNs, nursing assistants, and students, to maintain high-quality care.

Work Schedule

  • Night shifts, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

  • Must hold a valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  • CPR-BCLS Certification is required.
  • Specialty Certifications (to be obtained within specified timeframes):
    • Critical Care: ACLS within six months; NRP within six months.
    • Labor & Delivery: ACLS within six months; NRP within six months.
    • NICU: NRP within six months.
    • Pediatrics: PALS or ENPC within eighteen months.