Assoc. Professor - Rehabilitation jobs in Brownsville, TX

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within assigned unit. The role is also responsible for patient assessments, planning, supervising, interventions, and evaluations designed to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help the patient adapt to an altered lifestyle. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.

Required Skills:

• Successful completion of accredited Registered Nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse required.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• One (1) year recent experience preferred. Acute care setting preferred.
• ACLS certification preferred in LTACH and Texas hospitals.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection control, and wound care standards of practice.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and utilizes proper policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.71 - $44.05 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
• Wound Care

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Inpatient
• JCAHO accredited facility
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Differential pay
• Overtime pay
• Signing bonus

Supplemental schedule:

• Extended hours
• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Work Location: In person