CommonSpirit Health·Houston, Texas
Provide independent, high-quality clinical patient care as a National Internal Traveler RN. Collaborate with interprofessional teams and utilize evidence-based practice to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
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CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services.
As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.
CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs.
Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As a National Internal Traveler RN, you will be a direct clinical registered nurse providing independent patient care within your scope of practice.Daily, you will utilize your advanced patient care skills, continuously enhancing your nursing knowledge, skills, and behaviors through education and involvement beyond basic job requirements.
Success in this role requires exceptional clinical expertise, strong adaptability, a proactive approach to professional development, and a steadfast commitment to independent, high-quality patient care in dynamic settings.
Provide independent patient care as a National Internal Traveler RN Continuously enhance nursing knowledge and skills beyond basic job requirements Exhibit exceptional clinical expertise, adaptability, and commitment to quality care Utilize evidence-based practice and critical thinking for holistic patient care Collaborate effectively with interprofessional teams for optimal patient outcomes Maintain accountability for practice and foster a respectful, trusting environment Job Requirements Required Minimum 2 years of experience as registered nurse in specialty area(s) (e.g., medical/surgical, telemetry, intensive care, emergency department, operating room, post-anesthesia recovery, pediatrics, maternal-child health) Associate Of Nursing Registered Nurse Basic Life Support and ACLS (American Heart Association only) Preferred Bachelors Of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience as a registered nurse in a specialty area and an Associate of Nursing degree. Must hold current BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
Market context
Texas hospitals commonly use travel ICU nurses to fill short-term staffing gaps, especially in high-acuity units and larger metro systems. These roles are competitive because employers usually expect recent ICU experience, BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association, and flexibility with schedules and assignments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your ICU experience and certifications match before applying.
