Registered Nurse (RN) Medical-Surgical

Lifepoint Health • Henderson, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care in the Medical Surgical Department using the nursing process and in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. The position serves patients in a 25-bed medical unit and a 12-bed inpatient surgical unit. Medical patients have a variety of conditions, including pneumonia, stroke, cancer, pulmonary conditions, infections, wound infections, and digestive system disorders. The surgical unit cares for pre- and post-operative patients, with nursing expertise in orthopedics, urology, and general surgery.

This is a full-time night position with three 12-hour shifts, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., at Maria Parham Medical Center in Henderson, North Carolina. The role reports to the Director or Manager of the Medical Surgical Department. A sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 is offered with a two-year agreement.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or a compact license.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• If relocating, update licensure to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.

Nice To Haves

• PALS certification.
• ACLS certification.
• Handle with Care.

Responsibilities

• Perform plan-of-care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.
• Document patient care and monitor patient condition, communicating with the care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Coordinate patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs.
• Provide patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances.
• Advocate for patients’ physical and emotional well-being.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Competitive paid time off.
• Opportunities for PTO cash-out.
• PTO donation program.
• Employee assistance program covering mental, physical, and financial wellness.
• Employee recognition and awards programs.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

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