Registered Nurse (RN) Post Surgical/Ortho

Registered Nurse (RN) Post Surgical/Ortho

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, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making 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.

Job Description

• Utilize your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serve as a patient-care innovator.
• Shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient well-being.

Benefits

• 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.

Department/Unit Summary

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.

Key Features

• Specialization: Expert post-surgical care for a wide range of surgical procedures, including general surgery, orthopedic surgeries, and colectomies.

• Patient Demographics: Serving both adult and adolescent patients, ensuring age-appropriate care and recovery protocols.

• High Skill Level: Nurses on this fast-paced unit utilize advanced skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

• Dynamic Environment: The unit's fast-paced nature demands quick decision-making, adaptability, and effective teamwork among staff.

• Comprehensive Care: Focused on meticulous post-surgical monitoring and care to promote rapid and effective recovery.

• Individualized Treatment: Developing 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).
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Required within 6 months of hire.
• Handle with Care preferred.

About Our Health System

Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167-bed hospital located in Gallatin, TN and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

Highpoint Health Sumner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Sumner is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of making communities healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.