Registered Nurse (RN) Post Surgical/Ortho

Lifepoint Health • Gallatin, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sumners Post Surgical/Ortho Unit at Highpoint Health is a 24-bed unit specializing in the care of adult and adolescent patients who have undergone various surgical procedures. This unit is dedicated to providing exceptional post-surgical care across all types of surgeries, including general surgery, orthopedic procedures, and colectomies. The unit focuses on expert post-surgical care for a wide range of surgical procedures, including general surgery, orthopedic surgeries, and colectomies, serving both adult and adolescent patients. Nurses on this fast-paced unit utilize advanced skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. The unit's fast-paced nature demands quick decision-making, adaptability, and effective teamwork among staff. The focus is on meticulous post-surgical monitoring and care to promote rapid and effective recovery, with personalized care plans tailored to the unique needs of each patient to ensure a smooth and efficient recovery process.

Requirements

• Current State of Tennessee or Multi-State Registered Nurse licensure.
• Associate’s or Bachelor's 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 6 months of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert post-surgical care for adult and adolescent patients.
• Care for patients who have undergone general surgery, orthopedic procedures, and colectomies.
• Utilize advanced skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care.
• Make quick decisions and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Engage in effective teamwork.
• Perform meticulous post-surgical monitoring.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full time and part time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Paid family leave.
• Paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs.
• Free gym memberships.
• Virtual care appointments.
• Mental health services.
• Discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree