RN- General Surgical

FirstHealth of the Carolinas; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Surgical is a 27-bed general surgical unit seeking a dedicated Medical-Surgical Nurse to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care alongside our blended-capacity team.

The role requires valid NC LPN or RN license, BCLS, and strong assessment skills; new graduates welcome. You will assess, plan, administer medications, educate families, and participate in quality improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Valid NC LPN license, RN license or Compact State RN license required.
• BCLS required.
• One year of experience in medical-surgical nursing preferred; new graduates welcome to apply.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care in accordance with hospital policies and standards of nursing practice.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and respond appropriately.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and support staff to ensure effective care coordination.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly.
• Educate patients and families regarding conditions, procedures, and ongoing care needs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure patient safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical‑Surgical Nurse to join our blended‑care healthcare team, which consists of RNs, LPNs, Nurse Externs, and CNAs. The ideal candidate will be committed to delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based care to a diverse patient population in our fast‑paced surgical unit. If you are a professional nurse with a passion for patient‑centered care, a commitment to excellence, and a desire to work in an environment that will allow you to build your skills, experiences, and competencies, we invite you to apply.

First Surgical is a 27‑bed general surgical unit that cares for a variety of specialty surgical patients, as well as medical patients and those requiring wound care.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care in accordance with hospital policies and standards of nursing practice.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and respond appropriately.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and support staff to ensure effective care coordination.
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and promptly.
• Educate patients and families regarding conditions, procedures, and ongoing care needs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ensure patient safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Valid NC LPN license, RN license or Compact State RN license required.
• BCLS required.
• One year of experience in medical‑surgical nursing (preferred, but new graduates welcome to apply).
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.