Valley Regional Medical Center

Brownsville, Texas

General Information

100-A Alton Gloor Boulevard
Brownsville, TX  78526

187 Beds

Level III Trauma Center

Charting System

Meditech

Scrub color worn by Nurses

OB

N/A

General

Navy Blue

OR

N/A

Hospital Description

Since 1975, Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas has been serving the communities in the Rio Grande Valley. With its Advanced Level III Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and Level III NICU, this 214-bed facility is a leader in the healthcare industry. Over 200 physicians are employed at Valley Regional Medical Center, covering over 25 specialities. This facility was named among the top 5% in the U.S. for Patient Safety in 2021.

Located on the western Gulf Coast at the southern tip of Texas, Brownsville is adjacent to Matamoros, Mexico. It is one of the southernmost cities in the contiguous United States and is at the intersection of different climates, thus being an ideal place for bird watching. The winters are warm and the summers hot and humid. Brownsville has endured its share of tropical cyclones. With Brownsville’s fast-growing economy, international trade drives the economy, as well as the SpaceX South Texas Launch Site facility. Despite the fast growing economy, Brownsville also has one of the highest poverty rates in the nation. Brownsville has a number of parks, athletic fields, public pools, gymnasiums, and two national wildlife refuges. If you find yourself in Brownsville for your next contract, be sure to soak in the unique climate and ample wildlife!

General Information

100-A Alton Gloor Boulevard
Brownsville, TX  78526

187 Beds

Level III Trauma Center

About this Hospital

Since 1975, Valley Regional Medical Center in Brownsville, Texas has been serving the communities in the Rio Grande Valley. With its Advanced Level III Trauma Center, Primary Stroke Center, and Level III NICU, this 214-bed facility is a leader in the healthcare industry. Over 200 physicians are employed at Valley Regional Medical Center, covering over 25 specialities. This facility was named among the top 5% in the U.S. for Patient Safety in 2021.

Located on the western Gulf Coast at the southern tip of Texas, Brownsville is adjacent to Matamoros, Mexico. It is one of the southernmost cities in the contiguous United States and is at the intersection of different climates, thus being an ideal place for bird watching. The winters are warm and the summers hot and humid. Brownsville has endured its share of tropical cyclones. With Brownsville’s fast-growing economy, international trade drives the economy, as well as the SpaceX South Texas Launch Site facility. Despite the fast growing economy, Brownsville also has one of the highest poverty rates in the nation. Brownsville has a number of parks, athletic fields, public pools, gymnasiums, and two national wildlife refuges. If you find yourself in Brownsville for your next contract, be sure to soak in the unique climate and ample wildlife!

Charting System

Meditech

Scrub Color that Nurses Wear

OB

N/A

General

Navy Blue

OR

N/A

Commuting

Hospital Features

Commuting

Walking & Biking

0% of nurses reported walking to this facility. 0% of nurses reported biking to this facility.

Driving

100% of nurses reported driving to this facility. 0% parked at the hospital, 0% offsite, and 0% on the street.

Public Transit

0% of people reported using public transportation. We don't have enough responses to know if transit is nearby.

Walking & Biking

0% of nurses reported walking to this facility. 0% of nurses reported biking to this facility.

Driving

100% of nurses reported driving to this facility. 0% parked at the hospital, 0% offsite, and 0% on the street.

Public Transit

0% of people reported using public transportation. We don't have enough responses to know if transit is nearby.

Food & Dining

Food & Dining

Is there a cafeteria? 🍟

☀️ N/A

🌙 N/A

Is there a vending machine? 🍫

☀️ N/A

🌙 N/A

Is there a cafe? ☕️

☀️ N/A

🌙 N/A

Are there other options to eat nearby?

Yes

Is there a cafeteria? 🍟

☀️ N/A

🌙 N/A

Is there a vending machine? 🍫

☀️ N/A

🌙 N/A

Is there a cafe? ☕️

☀️ N/A

🌙 N/A

Other Food options Nearby?

Yes

Nurse Resources

Nurse Resources

Because of the fluctuation between floors, responses are coded as such 0-10% = No, 11-90% = Some, 90%+ = Yes

RT

Always

CNA

None

Phleb

Always

HUC

None

Free Charge

None

IV Start Team

None

Provider on Unit

None

Resource RN

None

Because of the fluctuation between floors, responses are coded as such 0-10% = No, 11-90% = Some, 90%+ =Yes

RT

Always

CNA

None

Phleb

Always

HUC

None

Free Charge

None

IV Start Team

None

Provider on Unit

None

Resource RN

None

Safety

Safety

 

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Scheduling & Floating

Scheduling and Floating

 

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Floor Culture & Pay

Floor Culture & Pay

 

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