Registered Nurse

Emergency Department RN — Travel Contract

Corpus Christi, TX | Days | 13-Week Contract

Join a busy Emergency Department in Corpus Christi managing patients across the full acuity spectrum, with a strong focus on timely care for stroke, STEMI, sepsis, and trauma presentations. The unit serves low-to-moderate acuity patients (ESI 4 & 5) with the capacity to care up to ESI 1, making clinical versatility essential.

Shift & Schedule

• 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• 36 guaranteed hours per week
• Mandatory shift huddles at 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM (unless providing critical patient care)
• EMTALA training required

Clinical Scope

• , patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, splinting, IV placement, lab draws, and urine collection
• Respond to trauma activations, codes, and rapid patient deterioration
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team on care planning and patient throughput

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Active RN license (Texas or applicable compact)
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS required
• TNCC, ENPC, or PALS required
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience
• Prior Level II or Level III trauma experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• CEN or TCRN certification
• CPI certification

Additional Details

• Scrub color: Royal Blue preferred
• Dress code includes occasional team spirit days (jersey welcome)
• Contract start: September 14, 2026

This is a collaborative, high-energy unit that values compassion, urgency, and teamwork above all.