Registered Nurse, (RN) Emergency Services

Memorial Physician Practices; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package

Paid time off and family leave

Mental health services and wellness programs

Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Athens, TN seeks a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Room. Candidates should be dedicated to providing exceptional care and must have critical thinking skills. The position includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Ideal candidates will possess an Associate's Degree in Nursing, hold a current RN license, and have critical thinking and decisive judgment skills. Join us to make a meaningful difference in community health.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Current RN license in state of practice is needed.
• Must possess critical thinking skills and the ability to work in stressful environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
• Establish appropriate plans of care and involve patients.
• Supervise and mentor nursing and support staff.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to handle stressful environments

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Starr Regional Medical Center – Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Room – Full‑Time, Mid‑Shift – $20,000 Sign‑On Bonus available for qualified applicants.

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 an RN joining our team, you are 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.

We have a great culture here. Most employees that work at STARR have been here for many years.

Patient Populations Served

• Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

How you'll contribute

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
• Establishes a plan of care appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to 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

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and 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

• Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Required Skills: Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Certifications: BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred.
• Licenses: Current RN license in state of practice.

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.

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