Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Services

Lifepoint Health; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Level 3 Trauma Emergency Room team at Highpoint Health Sumner in Gallatin, TN. This full-time position requires skilled trauma and emergency care delivering high-quality patient outcomes.

You will collaborate with physicians and specialists, manage triage, documentation in the EMR, and participate in ongoing education. We offer sign-on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee or Multi-State RN licensure.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or RN Diploma.
• BLS certification current; ACLS & PALS required within 6 months or current.
• TNCC preferred; 1 year ER/EMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for trauma, cardiac events, and respiratory distress.
• Assess and triage patients quickly, prioritizing based on severity.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams for care plans.
• Administer trauma treatments, medications, and resuscitation procedures.
• Maintain clear communication with patients, families, and team members.
• Document all patient interactions and outcomes in the EMR.
• Educate patients and families on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Adhere to hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Patient care

Triage

Collaboration

EMR documentation

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or RN Diploma

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Services

Job Type: Full Time | Mid Shift

$10k Sign on Bonus

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. 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

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Job Summary: Registered Nurse (RN) - Level 3 Trauma Emergency Room

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team in our 24 bed, Level 3 Trauma Emergency Room, ranked #2 in Lifepoint Health. As an RN in our ER, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality care to patients experiencing a wide range of traumatic injuries and medical emergencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and critical conditions, including trauma, cardiac events, respiratory distress, and other medical emergencies.
• Assessment and Triage: Quickly and accurately assess patient conditions, prioritize care based on severity, and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Trauma Management: Administer life-saving treatments and interventions for trauma patients, including wound care, medication administration, and emergency resuscitation.
• Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure seamless care delivery and positive patient outcomes.
• Documentation: Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Education and Support: Provide patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.
• Compliance: Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines to ensure a safe and compliant environment for all patients and staff.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Applicants should have a current State of Tennessee or Multi-State Registered Nurse licensureand possess an associate or bachelor's degree or RN Diploma in Nursing.

Required Certifications

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire
• ACLS & PALS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required within 6 months of employment, if not current upon hire.
• TNCC - Preferred
• 1 year of Emergency Services nursing, AEMT, Paramedic or Military experience - preferred

About our Health System

Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167-bed hospital located in Gallatin, TN and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health Sumner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Sumner is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.