New Graduate Med/Surg RN
Starr Regional Medical Center - Athens
Athens, TN

Registered Nurse- New Grad (RN), Med/Surg

Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg

Your experience matters:  

 Starr Regional Medical Center is part of , 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 Graduate 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: 

A Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role: 

·       In collaboration with a licensed preceptor, 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.

·       Under the direct supervision of a license preceptor, performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.

·       Under the direct supervision of a licensed preceptor documents patient care given.

·       Under direct supervision of a licensed preceptor 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.

·       Under direct supervision of a licensed preceptor, collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral, and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.

·       Under direct supervision of a licensed preceptor 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 an associates degree in Nursing. Applicants should be in the process of sitting for the NCLEX and receiving a current Tennessee Registered Nurse license or another compact state. Additional requirements include: 

• Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire   

More about Starr Regional Medical Center:  

Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah, TN 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."