Registered Nurse

Job Description:

Registered Nurse

Description

Summary

Starting Salary: $63,072.02-$70,344.59

WHY WORK FOR WACO:

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Full Range of Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
  • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Longevity Pay
  • And More!

Chance to do work you are passionate aboutJob SecurityDesire to give back
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Three years’ nursing experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Professional registration as a Registered Nurse by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Additional technical certifications in public health are preferred and may be required.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Preferred:

• Public Health experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides direct patient care for PHD clinic patients; observes and assesses patients' conditions and behavior; reviews patients’ records and records nursing notes on a patient chart.
• Performs a variety of medical tests and patient care treatments; provides information, counseling, and medical case management according to specific program and physician guidelines; assists with outreach programs; and community education.
• Supports clinic outreach activities by presenting service opportunities in off-site locations including, but not limited to, businesses, schools, churches, community centers, private organizations, or private homes. Manages inventory of supplies and equipment.
• May be required to respond after-hours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

• Under basic supervision, provides patient care services for the Public Health District (PHD).

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Salary:

Depends on Qualifications