Travel RN Inpatient Rehab - $1,804 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Rehabilitation for a travel nursing job in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Rehabilitation
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: May 4, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week Inpatient Rehab travel assignment in Corpus Christi, TX, requiring a TX or compact RN license and at least 1 year of recent specialty experience.
Details- Inpatient Rehabilitation unit (Floor 3S) within a hospital setting
- 15-bed unit with a capacity of 15 patients at full census
- Patient ratio of 5:1, maximum 6:1
- Day shift staffing includes 1 charge RN (takes full patient load), 2 RNs, and 1 CNA; night shift mirrors same structure
- Equipment used includes VS machines, Hoyer lift, sliding boards, EKG machine, and bladder scanner
- EMR: Meditech; medication dispensing via Pyxis
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (12-hour shifts)
- Every other weekend required; holiday coverage required
- On-call is seldom required, typically only when overall hospital census is low
- Floating may be required to Med-Surg, Telemetry, Renal, Urology, Orthopedic, and Overflow units across two hospital campuses (Bay Area and DRMC); ICU is excluded from float pool
- Active TX RN license or a compact RN license currently in hand
- Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
- Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience in inpatient rehab or a related specialty
- Proficiency with patient transfer techniques is required
- EMR proficiency required; Meditech experience preferred
- US SSN and date of birth required for consideration — Canadian SSNs are not accepted
- One professional reference required
- No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
- Rehab experience and familiarity with rehab scoring documentation are preferred and will be prioritized during candidate review
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not eligible for this position
- Daily responsibilities include patient transfers, bladder scans, dressing changes, and medication administration
- Unit follows bedside report/handoff, hourly rounding, and bed alarm activation protocols
- Strong teamwork and initiative are emphasized as key personality traits for this unit
- No dress code color specified for this position
American Traveler Job ID #P-692796. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Rehab - In Patient
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.