# Job Opportunity – Emergency Department Registered Nurse – Texas**Start Date:** September 7, 2026 **Location:** Corpus Christi, Texas **Compensation:** Details provided to qualified applicants **Schedule:** Day or night shift available; 12-hour shifts with mandatory huddle at 7am or 7pmHighlights:- 16-bed Emergency Department with hall chairs; low acuity ESI 4 & 5 patients with 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio (may take up to 6)- Collaborative team environment with 6-7 staff members per shift including charge nurse, triage nurse, ultrasound tech, and support staff- Meditech EMR system with vital signs integration; equipment includes cardiac monitors, Baxter IV pumps, and specialized diagnostic tools- Exciting growth opportunity as facility transitions from Level IV to Level II trauma designation- Royal blue scrubs preferred; casual team spirit days allow for favorite sports team jerseys- Strong focus on timely care delivery for Stroke, STEMI, Sepsis, and Trauma patientsRequirements:- Active Texas RN license or compact state license- BLS, ACLS, and PALS or ENPC certification 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 certification preferred- EMTALA training (provided as mandatory onboarding)- Demonstrated skills in compassion, urgency, and teamworkResponsibilities:- Provide comprehensive patient assessments and documentation for ESI levels 1 through 5- Perform medication administration, wound care, splinting, IV insertion, and specimen collection- Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team during shift huddles- Manage patients using cardiac monitoring and various medical technologies- Deliver timely, quality emergency care in a fast-paced environmentWhy It's a Great Opportunity:This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic emergency department that is elevating its trauma capabilities and climbing the ranks in both patient satisfaction and employee engagement. You'll work alongside an experienced, collaborative team committed to providing excellent emergency care while contributing to the facility's exciting transition to Level II trauma designation. This role offers professional growth in a supportive environment that values teamwork, urgency, and compassionate patient care.