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Critical Care Nurse
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Lufkin, TX, 75904
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 28.5-43.46 HOUR
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
**$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS for FULL TIME positions for RN candidates with over 1 year of experience. This is paid out in one lump sum in the paycheck after you’ve been employed by us for 30 days (contingent on meeting the requirements.)**
Job Summary:
TheRegisteredNurseIIpractices as a full partner on the multidisciplinary team. Independently plans, implements, and evaluates patient care and performs related duties as required. Assesses patient's needs fornursingcare, assures continuity of care through appropriate discharge planning, patient education and coordination of services, and acts as a patient and family advocate. Demonstrates and models the full range ofnursingprofessional practice in both patient care provided and in development of strategies to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and cost effectiveness at the unit level.
This patient population contains various levels of acuity requiring individualized care plans. Thisnursingteam is highly skilled in delivering care and bringing compassion to the care plan. If you aspire to grow professionally and bring kindness to patients, you will enjoy being a member of this team!
Job Requirements
Requirements:
- Associate's Degree inNursingor Diploma from an accreditednursingprogram
- CurrentRegisteredNurse(RN) license applicable to the State of Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or obtained within 90 days of hire date
- Minimum one (1) year ofRNexperience
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Where You'll WorkSt. Luke’s Health-Memorial paves the way for quality innovative health care in East Texas and provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. With hospitals in Lufkin Livingston and San Augustine St. Luke’s Health-Memorial provides millions of dollars in charity care and community support each year.
Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others - with a patient-first mindset. Keen assessment skills, critical thinking, and a sense of urgency support your career advancement and you thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment where you will rarely experience the same day twice.
CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial is a 271 bed non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around [Lufkin / Texas]. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 139 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, and adoption assistance.
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Frequently asked questions
Lufkin's healthcare sector shows growing demand for critical care nurses, fueled by facilities like Catholic Health Initiatives. While competition exists, candidates with ACLS certification and experience typically find favorable opportunities, especially given the area's focus on patient-centered, high-acuity care.
Hospitals around Lufkin prioritize nurses holding a Texas RN license, BLS, and ACLS certifications—often required within 90 days of hire. These credentials align with the acute care needs and state regulations, ensuring nurses deliver safe, protocol-driven treatment in critical care settings.
Critical Care Nurses manage patients with complex, life-threatening conditions, demanding rapid assessment and intervention skills. Unlike general nursing roles, they coordinate multidisciplinary care plans and act as advocates, requiring advanced clinical judgment and emotional resilience.
Nurses here navigate unpredictable patient acuity levels, requiring swift critical thinking and teamwork. They balance intensive monitoring, patient-family communication, and evolving treatment protocols, making adaptability and compassion key to a successful shift.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters a culture of continuous learning, offering pathways like clinical specialization and leadership roles. The environment encourages nurses to develop skills in patient outcome improvement, aligning with the organization's mission toward innovative, equitable care.
Beyond competitive pay, full-time critical care nurses receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus after 30 days, plus comprehensive health, dental, vision coverage, matched retirement plans, paid vacation, and adoption assistance—supporting both personal and professional well-being.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes social justice and health equity, integrating these values into patient care and organizational culture. Nurses benefit from a large network across 21 states, enhancing collaboration and access to diverse clinical experiences.
Critical care nurses in Lufkin usually earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, with variations based on experience and certifications. Nurses with over a year of critical care experience and advanced credentials often qualify for higher pay brackets, reflecting their specialized skills.