$20,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE for qualified applicants 

Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Registered Nurse (RN) for our Gero Psych Department. This job is permanent, full-time.    
 

Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following: 

• 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. 

Benefits Include:  

• Competitive Pay  

• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees  

• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees  

• 401(k) plan with company match  

• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants 

Minimum EducationAssociate’s degree in Nursing: ? Preferred X Required Bachelor’s degree in Nursing: X Preferred ? Required Required Licenses(Tennessee, United States) Registered Nurse
Current RN License in the State of TN or another compact state Required SkillsCertifications:The below certifications will be required at the time of hire:X Basic Life Support (BLS)
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must achieve a passing score of 85% on the Medication Administration Exam
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran