Charge Nurse

Lifepoint Health; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Financial protection & PTO

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Tennessee is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide exceptional care in a community hospital setting. This position includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional development. Applicants must hold a current Tennessee RN license and Basic Life Support certification. Join a dedicated team making a positive impact on community health.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establish a plan of care suitable for identified problems.
• Supervise and mentor nursing and support staff.
• Evaluate effectiveness of patient care.
• Provide direct patient care as needed.
• Floats 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.

Skills

Nursing skills

Patient assessment

Education

TN RN license

BLS certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical

$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.

Your experience matters

Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well being so you can provide exceptional care to others. 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.

How you\'ll contribute

• 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.
• Assists in determining staffing levels and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floats 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.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we\'re looking for:

Applicants should have a current Tennessee Registered Nurse license. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire

More about 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

Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehab is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran