Graduate Nurse / GN Med Surg

Ardent Health Services; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Athens, TX is seeking a full-time Medical Surgical Graduate Nurse (first year RN) to join our team. This role focuses on providing patient-centered care in a busy Med-Surg environment and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive setting.

Candidates must hold an ADN, have a Texas RN license, and obtain BLS within 14 days of hire. The organization emphasizes education support, wellness benefits, and a collaborative culture that values each team member.

Qualifications

• ADN required for the role.
• Texas RN license must be active.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• The RN uses the nursing process to provide and direct patient care for a group of patients.

Skills

Patient care

RN skills

Education

Associates Degree of Nursing (ADN)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a, full-time, Medical Surgical Graduate Nurse (first year RN) in Athens, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and acute stroke-ready facility; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit, radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a Med-Surg RN:

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who uses the nursing process to provide anddirect patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates Degree of Nursing (ADN)
• Must maintain current Texas RN License
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care