Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas is recruiting a full-time Registered Nurse to join its Hematology/Oncology unit, delivering direct clinical care to a complex, high-acuity patient population in the heart of the Rio Grande Valley. This is a day-shift position with a sign-on bonus available, embedded within a faith-inspired health system with roots in the community dating to the early 1920s. The role offers meaningful subspecialty nursing practice alongside a comprehensive benefits package and a clear path for professional development.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
- Full-time, day-shift schedule supporting work-life balance
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- CME and career development support through continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Direct clinical care on a dedicated Hematology/Oncology unit serving the Rio Grande Valley regional patient population
- Full-shift accountability for assessment, planning, and implementation of individualized nursing care plans
- Responsible for safe, timely medication administration in accordance with hospital policy, including oncology-specific regimens
- Supervision and delegation of care to appropriate support staff on a per-shift basis
- Practice governed by established standards of safety, risk management, quality improvement, and infection control protocols
- Integration with Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) responsibilities during emergency and disaster events
- Accountable to CNO-level leadership for quality, safety, and appropriate resource utilization
- Part of a faith-inspired health system with a long-standing mission of service, healing, and education in the Rio Grande Valley community
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required; Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing preferred
- Active Texas RN license or eligibility to obtain required
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; ACLS, PALS, and/or NRP required as applicable per unit policy
- Recent acute care nursing experience preferred; oncology or hematology background is an asset
- Demonstrated competency in nursing process: assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation across a complex patient population
About the Community
Harlingen sits in the lower Rio Grande Valley of South Texas — a region known for its warm climate, affordable cost of living, and proximity to the Gulf Coast and the US-Mexico border culture. The area offers a rich blend of outdoor recreation, including access to South Padre Island beaches and the Santa Ana National Wildlife Refuge, alongside a vibrant local food scene and strong community ties. Major metropolitan amenities are accessible via McAllen and Brownsville, both within a short drive, making Harlingen an attractive base for clinicians who value a lower cost of living without sacrificing quality of life.