Surgical RN – Day Shifts (OR/PACU) & Patient Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; May Acres (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO and extended illness benefits

401(k) with company match

Licensure reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Career development

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care in a surgical and post-anesthesia setting. The role covers pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, including patient assessment, medication administration, and education for patients and families.

Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team, ensuring safety and quality, and supporting performance improvements. Location: Talbott, TN with standard day shifts.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting required
• RN licensure in the state where practicing is required
• BCLS certification required; ACLS/PALS as preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care following nursing processes and physician orders.
• Assess patients, document findings, and report condition changes to the care team.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures and prepare the surgical area for operations.
• Educate patients and families on care plans, medications, and post-discharge instructions.
• Maintain infection control and patient safety standards throughout care delivery.
• Document care thoroughly in the medical record and participate in performance improvement efforts.

Skills

Patient care

CPR

Communication

Nursing process

Education

RN Licensure

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care in a surgical and post-anesthesia setting. The role covers pre-, intra-, and post-operative care, including patient assessment, medication administration, and education for patients and families.

Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians and the healthcare team, ensuring safety and quality, and supporting performance improvements. Location: Talbott, TN with standard day shifts.