Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse- Fulltime- Mesquite, TexasJoin our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!At Mesquite Rehabilitation Institute we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.We have a great Fulltime opportunity for a Registered Nurse in Mesquite, Texas. Mesquite Rehabilitation Institute in Mesquite, Texas is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. We are devoted to helping patients regain their strength and independence after life-changing health events such as strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, or complex orthopedic surgeries. At our institute, patients receive personalized and intensive therapy – including physical, occupational, and speech therapy – delivered by a caring interdisciplinary team that encourages and motivates them at every step. Our facility features modern therapy gyms, adaptive equipment, and a warm, encouraging atmosphere that feels like a second home to patients and staff alike. Accredited and consistently ranked for outstanding patient outcomes, Mesquite Rehabilitation Institute is proud to provide compassionate, high-quality rehabilitative care that enables individuals to rebuild their lives and return to their families and communities.As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees' work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.Benefits:PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan optionsFlexible and Health Saving account options availableDental and Vision coverage401K with employer matchingLife insuranceShort-and-long term disabilityCompetitive compensation and shift differentials. CRRN/CCRN pay!Wellness & Work Life balance:Employee Assistance ProgramWellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.Professional Growth:Clinical Career Ladder bonus programNursing Preceptor bonus programHouse Supervisor TrainingContinuing education opportunitiesWhat you bring:A passion for providing patient care, strong clinical skills, and a strong collaborator with Physicians and Therapists.Degree from an accredited Nursing Program.Current State Registered Nurse License.Current CPRQualifications: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.Responsibilities: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 life style. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.