Registered Nurse (RN)

Benefits

• New Wage Scale
• $6,000 Sign-on for full-time positions only
• Tuition reimbursement
• Bucketlist rewards program
• Quarterly raises
• Daily pay available
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Shift Diffs
• Uniforms offered

About the Role

Located in the scenic Cumberland River Valley, Smith County Health and Rehab is a 128-bed facility full of small-town charm. We love what we do, and it shows in the care we give! Our team works together in a fun, supportive environment where we celebrate each other with dress-up days, themed events, and food celebrations. We believe in investing in you! With ongoing training, development opportunities, and a competitive pay package, we help our team members thrive. We also offer health benefits, paid time off, and a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued. We're passionate about creating a place where both residents and staff thrive together!

What Our Team Says

• "I've been an employee with Smith County for over two years now and have gained lots of experience and enjoy my time here."
• "Smith County Health and Rehab is a great place to work! I brought my dad here 3 different times for rehab. We take good care of the residents and make it a fun environment for them to live in."
• "Great place to work. The residents have become family to me. I'm so grateful for the opportunity to work here and provide care for them."
• "Feeling blessed to work with such talented and caring staff! Its awesome to see so many smiles from residents and staff each day"
• "I am an employee here and have to say they are a great place to work. they worked around my school schedule and really supported me while i went to school!"

RN Core Responsibilities

• Consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
• Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse.
• Educates patients on surgical procedures
• Records patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays.
• Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology
• Provides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre-and post-surgery patients.
• Changes dressings, insert catheters, starts IVs
• Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient
• Responds to life-saving situations based on nursing standards and protocol
• Participates in discharge planning.
• Utilizes time management skills.
• Records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format, and on the appropriate forms.
• Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on the assignment setting.

RN Requirements

• Current RN license in the state.
• At least one year of RN experience in a Long Term Care Setting preferred.
• Knowledge of MatrixCare preferred.