Registered Nurse / RN Med Surg

UT Health East Texas; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas in Athens, TX is seeking a day shift, full-time Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (RN). The role focuses on direct patient care with the nursing process and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team.

Required: an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), current Texas RN license, and BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer. This position offers opportunities to grow within a 127-bed facility with a Level IV trauma center.

Qualifications

• ADN is required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides and directs patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame using the nursing process.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient Care Skills

Education

Associates Degree of Nursing (ADN)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) in Athens, TX.

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) in Athens, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: 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 and direct 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