Description:

Registered Nurse (RN), GI/GU and Observation

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Job Type: FT | Nights

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health Sumner we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a 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

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Department/Unit Summary

The Sumners GI/GU and Observation Unit (B2) at Highpoint Health is a 24-bed unit specializing in the care of patients with gastrointestinal (GI) and genitourinary (GU) conditions. Additionally, the unit provides comprehensive observation services and exposure to a variety of other patient disease processes.

Key Features

• Specialization: Focused care for patients with GI and GU conditions, including but not limited to digestive disorders, kidney diseases, and urological issues.
• Observation Services: Dedicated observation beds for patients requiring short-term monitoring and evaluation.

• Collaborative Environment: B2 emphasizes a strong team-oriented culture, where collaboration and mutual support are key to daily operations.
• Professional Development: The unit offers a nurturing learning and teaching environment, supporting both experienced nurses and new graduates through continuous education and mentorship.

Learning Opportunities

• For New Graduates: Provides a supportive setting for new nurses to transition from academic learning to practical, hands-on experience.
• For Experienced Nurses: Opportunities to enhance skills, assume leadership roles, and engage in ongoing professional growth.

About our Health System
Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167 bed hospital located in Gallatin, TN and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health Sumner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Sumner is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Qualifications:

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current State of Tennessee or Multi-State Registered Nurse licensure and possess an Associate's or Bachelor's degree or RN Diploma in Nursing.

Additional requirements include:

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required within 6 months of employment, if not current upon hire