Charge Nurse (RN) Med/Surg

About the role

Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing levels and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floors between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• Takes patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
• Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.

Requirements

• A current Tennessee Registered Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience in a medical/surgical setting preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in computer systems used in healthcare settings.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period.
• Partnership benefits tailored to individual needs.
• 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.

Pay

$20,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified applicants.

Schedule

3x12 hour shifts one week and 3x12 hour shifts the next week, Day (7a - 7p), rotating weekends.

Starr Regional Medical Center

Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah, TN community for over 50 years.

EEOC Statement

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.