Registered Nurse (RN) Post Surgical/Ortho
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. 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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 exceptional post-surgical care to adult and adolescent patients.
- Specialize in the care of patients who have undergone general surgery, orthopedic procedures, and colectomies.
- Utilize advanced skills and knowledge for high-quality patient care.
- Make quick decisions and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborate effectively with team members.
- Perform meticulous post-surgical monitoring.
- Develop personalized care plans for patient recovery.
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 and discount programs).
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
