Registered Nurse (RN), Med Surg Observation Unit

Gallatin, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) B4 MedSurg/Observation

Job Type: FT Nights

Sign on bonus: $20000

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an employee but as a person. As aregistered nurse (RN)joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How youll contribute

Youll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

Comprehensive medical dental and vision plans plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts

Competitive paid time off for full-time employees

Income-protection programs such as life accident critical-injury insurance short- and long-term disability and identity theft coverage

Tuition reimbursement loan assistance and 401(k) matching

Employee assistance program including mental physical and financial wellness

Professional development and growth opportunities

Job Summary: Registered Nurse (RN)

Overview

The newly opened 12-Bed Medical-Surgical (Med-Surg) and Observation Unit is a dual-purpose unit designed to provide comprehensive care for patients requiring short-term observation and those needing acute medical or post-surgical care. This unit integrates the capabilities of both Med-Surg and observation services allowing for efficient management of a diverse patient population while ensuring high-quality care in a modern and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Performs plan of care intervention including medication administration specimen collection clinical treatments as well as other medical care treatment.

Documents patient care given.

Monitors records and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team physician patient and family.

Assists patients with performing activities of daily living including personal hygiene elimination nutrition and ambulation.

Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care including patient transfer discharge referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.

Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age culture condition and circumstances.

Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Performs patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice in other nursing units as necessary.

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a currentState of Tennessee or Multi-State Registered Nurse licensureand possess anassociate or bachelors degree or RN Diploma in Nursing.

BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire

ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required within 12 months of employment if not current upon hire

Minimum Work Experience:

1 year of nursing experience - Preferred

About our Health System
Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167-bed hospital located in Gallatin TN and is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed tomaking communities healthierwith acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health Sumneris an Equal Opportunity Health Sumneris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

DescriptionRegistered Nurse (RN) B4 MedSurg/ObservationJob Type: FT NightsSign on bonus: $20000Your experience mattersAt Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an emplo...