Registered Nurse (RN) Long Term Care

Lifepoint Health®; Etowah (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

Mental and physical wellness programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for Long Term Care at Starr Regional Health and Rehab in Etowah, Tennessee. This role involves providing exceptional care and assessments for patients while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. With over 50 years in the community, we prioritize employee well-being and offer comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, PTO, and professional development opportunities.

Join us in making a remarkable difference in our community by becoming a vital part of our mission. Your skills and compassion will impact the lives of those we serve.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Tennessee Registered Nurse license.
• Basic Life Support certification required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
• Establish and implement patient care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as required.
• Document all patient care provided.
• Communicate patient condition to care team and family.
• Assist patients with daily living activities.

Skills

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Education

Current Tennessee Registered Nurse license

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care

$20,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified applicants

Schedule

3x12 hour shifts one week / 4x12 hour shifts the next week, Days (7a - 7p), rotating weekends.

Your Experience Matters

Starr Regional Health and Rehab 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.
• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.
• Documents patient care given.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well‑being of the patient.

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 Health And Rehab

Starr Regional Health and Rehab is a 88 bed long term and skilled nursing facility has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah 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.