# Job Opportunity – Emergency Department Registered Nurse – Texas**Start Date:** September 28, 2026 **Location:** Corpus Christi, Texas **Compensation:** Details provided to qualified applicants **Schedule:** Day or night shift available; 12-hour shifts with mandatory shift huddles at 7am and 7pmHighlights:
- 16-bed emergency department with 8 hall chairs; low to moderate acuity patients (ESI levels 4 & 5, occasionally higher acuity)
- Patient ratio typically 1:4, may extend to 1:6 for lower acuity cases
- Collaborative team environment with 6-7 staff members per shift including charge nurse, triage nurse, and support staff
- EMR system: Meditech with integrated vital signs documentation
- Facility transitioning from Level IV to Level II trauma designation
- Equipment includes cardiac monitors, Baxter IV pumps, and ultrasound technology
Requirements:
- Active RN license in Texas
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS or ENPC certifications required
- TNCC certification required
- Level II or Level III trauma experience required
- Minimum two years of emergency department experience strongly preferred
- CEN, TCRN, or CPI certifications preferred
Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and accurate documentation
- Medication administration, wound care, splinting, IV insertion, and lab draws
- Provide care across all ESI levels (1 through 5)
- Participate in time-sensitive care for stroke, STEMI, sepsis, and trauma patients
- Attend mandatory EMTALA training and shift huddles
Why It's a Great Opportunity:This is an exciting time to join a growing emergency department that is actively transitioning to Level II trauma capabilities. The facility has demonstrated strong momentum in both patient satisfaction scores and employee engagement metrics, reflecting a positive workplace culture. You'll work alongside an experienced, collaborative team that values compassion, urgency, and teamwork while providing critical, timely care to the community. The department embraces team spirit and camaraderie, creating an environment where healthcare professionals can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.