RN - 19490815

Hca Stonecrest Medical Center Tn•Smyrna, TN

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join a fast-paced Med-Surg unit focused on delivering excellent care to a diverse patient population. The unit has 54 beds, including 11 dedicated to orthopedic and spine patients. RN patient ratios are 1:5–6, and PCT ratios are 1:12–15. Unit secretaries are available until 8 PM on weekdays, and techs and externs are present. The unit cares for medical-surgical patients, including orthopedic and spine patients, trauma cases, and patients on psychiatric medical holds. Procedures include post-catheterization care without intervention, laparoscopic appendectomies and cholecystectomies, thoracentesis, paracentesis, spine and joint procedures, stable trauma cases, hemodialysis, and peritoneal dialysis. The unit describes its culture as supportive and team-oriented, with experienced nurses who help one another. It offers flexible scheduling, consistent communication with leadership, and opportunities for overtime and incentives when appropriate. The unit uses new technologies and equipment to support patient care and efficiency.

Requirements

At least one year of nursing experience.
Active RN license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Advanced assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Effective time-management and organizational abilities.
Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt effectively to a fast-paced work environment.
Availability for at least one weekend within a four-week period.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to medical-surgical patients, including orthopedic and spine patients, trauma cases, and patients on psychiatric medical holds.
Perform or support the unit's range of medical and surgical procedures, including post-catheterization care, laparoscopic procedures, thoracentesis, paracentesis, spine and joint procedures, and dialysis care.