Seasonal Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Competitive Compensation: $55 per hour! Department: Medical Surgical. Employment Type: Full Time (Seasonal Shifts Available: Nights). Hours: 12‑hour shifts – 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. Location: Harlingen Medical Center – Harlingen, TX. Candidates for the seasonal program must have a minimum of 3 years’ recent hospital (acute care) experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough initial assessments and ongoing evaluations of patients' physical, emotional, and mental health.
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical indicators to detect changes in patient conditions.
• Recognize and act on warning signs of deterioration, such as changes in heart rate, respiratory rate, or mental status.
• Safely administer prescribed medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous, intramuscular) and monitor for adverse effects or allergic reactions.
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure the patient's needs are met.
• Provide patient education on their condition, treatment options, and lifestyle adjustments to support recovery and prevent readmission.
• Communicate effectively with doctors, specialists, physical therapists, and social workers to develop and adjust care plans.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current (preferred).
• Previous acute care hospital experience (preferred).
• Ventilator management experience (preferred).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (preferred).

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options.
• Employer 401K options.
• Tuition reimbursement options.
• Life, disability, and other insurance options.
• Many other amazing benefits.
• Full benefits at Prime Healthcare.

Pay

$55 per hour.

Schedule

Nights, 12‑hour shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am.