ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Island Rn Jobs in Friendswood, TX (NOW HIRING)

Enhabit Home Health

Home Health Aide - PRN

Houston, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Must be registered and listed in good standing on the nurse aide registry in the state of ... ISLAND - no additional state specified education, experience requirements SOUTH CAROLINA - no ...

Enhabit Home Health

Home Health Aide - PRN

Pasadena, TX · On-site

$12.50 - $16/hr

Must be registered and listed in good standing on the nurse aide registry in the state of ... ISLAND - no additional state specified education, experience requirements SOUTH CAROLINA - no ...

previous page

Showing results 41-47

All JobsIsland Rn JobsIsland Rn Jobs in Friendswood, TX

Island Rn information

What is an Island RN?

An Island RN is a Registered Nurse who works on an island, often in remote or rural healthcare settings. These nurses provide comprehensive care to residents and visitors, frequently managing a wide range of medical needs due to limited local resources. Island RNs may work independently or as part of a small team, handling emergency care, routine check-ups, and patient education. They play a critical role in ensuring the health and safety of island communities, often adapting to unique challenges such as transportation delays or supply shortages.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an Island RN?

To thrive as an Island RN, you need strong clinical and emergency care skills, a nursing degree, active RN licensure, and experience working independently in remote or rural settings. Familiarity with telemedicine systems, emergency medical equipment, and electronic health records is often required. Excellent problem-solving, adaptability, and communication skills are crucial for handling diverse patient needs and limited resources. These abilities ensure effective patient care, quick decision-making, and optimal health outcomes in isolated healthcare environments.

What unique challenges do nurses face when working on an island, and how can they prepare for them?

Island RNs often encounter challenges such as limited access to specialized medical resources, the need to handle a wider variety of cases, and occasional isolation from larger healthcare networks. To prepare, it's important to develop strong clinical assessment skills, adaptability, and the ability to work independently or in small teams. Building solid relationships with local healthcare providers and staying updated through remote continuing education can also help overcome these challenges and ensure high-quality patient care.

What is the difference between Island Rn vs Emergency Room Nurse?

AspectIsland RnEmergency Room Nurse
CertificationsRN license, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)RN license, BLS, ACLS, Trauma Nursing Certification (TNCC) often preferred
Work EnvironmentRemote or island healthcare settings, clinics, small hospitalsHigh-pressure hospital ER, urban or suburban emergency departments
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, remote healthcare providers in island regionsHospitals, trauma centers, urgent care facilities

Island Rns typically work in remote or island healthcare settings, focusing on general patient care in smaller facilities. Emergency Room Nurses work in fast-paced hospital ERs, handling trauma and urgent cases. Both roles require RN licensure and similar certifications, but their work environments and daily responsibilities differ significantly.

What are popular job titles related to Island Rn jobs in Friendswood, TX?

For Island Rn jobs in Friendswood, TX, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Island Rn jobs in Friendswood, TX look for?

The top searched job categories for Island Rn jobs in Friendswood, TX are:

What cities near Friendswood, TX are hiring for Island Rn jobs?

Cities near Friendswood, TX with the most Island Rn job openings:

Island Rn jobs near you

Advanced Practice Provider, Internal Med-General Medicine

UTMB Health

Galveston, TX • On-site

$102K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

UTMB Health rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 172 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

346th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs responsible advanced clinical care with a primary focus on Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and community-based internal medicine, in collaboration with supervising physicians and under approved protocols. This role manages the medical aspects of care including observation, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, rehabilitation, patient counseling, and health education for individuals affected by SUDs and related medical conditions. The position emphasizes evidence-based addiction medicine, integrated primary care, and community health, while also supporting health promotion, illness prevention, and continuity of care across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
The Department of Internal Medicine is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our team, focusing on supporting Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) and Community Medicine initiatives. This position is funded through a 50/50 split between the St. Vincent's Hope Clinics and the Department of Internal Medicine. It is uniquely structured to dedicate 50% of the time to inpatient and outpatient SUD clinical access, supported by the Department of Internal Medicine, and 50% to Community Medicine and/or clinical research access, supporting the St. Vincent's Hope Clinics and the Center for Addiction Sciences and Therapeutics (CAST).

The SUD clinics, inpatient consult service, and Community Medicine clinics serve as interprofessional clinical training grounds, making this role ideal for individuals with a passion for medical education in a supportive academic setting. While interest and experience in clinical research are also encouraged, they are not mandatory. This position is perfect for those eager to develop expertise in delivering specialized SUD care using a contemporary, evidence-based, and patient-centered approach within an expanding program focused on excellence in interprofessional clinical care, education, and research to best serve our community.

The APP will support specialized Primary Care SUD and Community Medicine clinics on Galveston Island on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings, and will assist the Addiction Medicine consult service on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons on the Galveston Campus. The remaining time will be dedicated to community care, research, and/or administrative duties. While clinical experience in treating SUDs is not a prerequisite, applicants should be strong patient advocates for the treatment and prevention of SUDs. Experienced applicants and/or those with prior lived experiences are also encouraged to apply.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Physician Assistant:
    • Completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
    • Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
    • Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas Physician Assistant Board/Texas Medical Board (TPAB/TMB)
    • Current students who have not yet completed their physician assistant program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their NCCPA certification or TPAB/TMB physician assistant license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited physician assistant program, NCCPA certification and TPAB/TMB physician assistant licensure.

        OR

  • Nurse Practitioner:
    • Completion of a graduate level (or higher) nurse practitioner program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
    • Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
    • Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON)
    • Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in a nurse practitioner clinical area of specialization by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON)
    • Current RNs who have not yet completed their nurse practitioner program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their ANCC/AANP certification or APRN nurse practitioner license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program, ANCC/AANP certification and APRN nurse practitioner licensure.


SALARY:
Commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation

What UTMB Health employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply