Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care MedSurg (Kennestone Hospital)

Wellstar Health System; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Wellstar Health System as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Acute Care MedSurg unit at Kennestone Hospital. This role involves delivering high-quality, individualized patient care in a supportive environment, with opportunities for professional growth and various shift options. Ideal candidates will have a nursing degree and an RN license, with entry-level positions available for new graduates.

Benefits

Sign-on bonuses

Relocation assistance

Acuity differential pay

Qualifications

• Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact) required.
• Less than 1 year of clinical experience preferred; new graduates welcome.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments, diagnoses, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Provide relationship-based, patient-centered care.
• Coordinate safe, quality care through effective teamwork.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Communication

Teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Education

Associates or Bachelors in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care MedSurg (Kennestone Hospital)

Join Kennestone Hospital as a Registered Nurse (RN) in our Acute Care MedSurg unit. We offer various shifts and employment types to suit your needs, including full-time, part-time, and PRN positions across all units and specialties.

• Opportunities available in Pediatric Unit, Cardiovascular Surgery, Clinical Decision Unit, Total Joint, Oncology, MedSurg Float, Bariatric/Surgery, Acute Pulmonary, and Renal/Vascular Surgical units.

We provide sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and acuity differential pay for eligible positions.

About the Role

The RN Clinical Nurse is a vital part of our interdisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, safe, and individualized patient care. You will practice within a supportive environment guided by the Wellstar Shared Governance Model, emphasizing evidence-based practice, research, and professional growth.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments, diagnoses, planning, implementation, and evaluation using evidence-based practices.
• Provide relationship-based, patient-centered care, respecting cultural diversity and individual needs.
• Partner with patients and their families, ensuring clear communication and involvement in care planning.
• Coordinate safe, quality care through effective teamwork, documentation, and respectful clinical environment.
• Engage in professional development, mentorship, and performance improvement activities.
• Promote evidence-based practice and participate in research and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors in Nursing preferred.
• Current RN license (single state or multi-state compact).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
• Less than 1 year of clinical experience preferred; new graduates welcome.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare.

At Wellstar, we value your dedication and support your career growth. Join us to make a difference in our community and advance your nursing career.