CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Christus Spohn Health System held a hiring event Monday as they look to fill a number of nursing positions, especially those trained in surgical services.
Career seekers had the opportunity to meet with clinical directors to learn more about the jobs available. According to Debbie Farenthold, Clinical Director for Spohn South, it never hurts to consider your options.
"Even if you are just slightly thinking about coming back to the workforce, come and just say hi," Farenthold said. "See what we have to offer, see how great our programs are."
Nursing jobs are in high demand. Chief Nursing Executive for Christus Spohn, Ann Marie Madden said that the pandemic caused residents to postpone their surgeries and medical checkups. She said folks are starting to feel more comfortable to begin those types of services.
"The pandemic, yes, some nurses left to new agencies," Madden said. "Some came back, but really right now all our volumes have skyrocketed, between South and Shoreline. We are busy. Cardiac cases. Ortho cases."
Madden added that when applicants visit their job board, a long list of positions can be seen, giving applicants an idea of just how dire the situation is.
"I think both Spohn Shoreline and Spohn South have incredible opportunity right now," Farenthold said.
Farenthold added that while patient numbers are increasing, so is the number of resources within the healthcare system. She adds that Corpus Christi is becoming a leader in healthcare, boasting highly accredited programs that can provide future workers with incredible experience.
"The growth pattern here in Corpus Christi is huge," Farenthold said. "We're doing really exciting things. Exciting programs. Our robotics program, orthopedics program, spine program are all accredited. Of course Spohn Shoreline is a trauma center."
If healthcare workers are looking for a position that furthers their skillset and pushes them to the next level, then Farenthold said the Christus Spohn Health System might be their best bet.
"Very exciting and fast pace place to work if you are looking for something that is really going to expand your skills and use your brain," Farenthold said, "you really want to consider, even if its part time, work with people worth with their schedule."
For more information regarding careers within the Christus Spohn System click here.
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