Registered Nurse (RN) Med/Surg

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg

Job Type: Full Time | Nights

Schedule: 3x12, night shift (7p-7a). Holidays and weekends required.

Sign‑On Bonus: $20,000 for night shift with a 2‑year commitment for eligible candidates.

Job Overview

At Swain Community Hospital's 14‑bed Medical Surgical Unit, you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside physicians, advanced practitioners, RNs, and CNAs. With a 6:1 nurse‑patient ratio, you will assess and treat patients, document medical necessity, and participate in interdisciplinary care planning. The unit utilizes a self‑scheduling application.

Responsibilities

• Accurately perform patient assessments and identify patient needs.
• Identify and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient.
• Perform timely and appropriate documentation related to medical necessity in the medical record.
• Complete and revise the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient.
• Perform timely and accurate QI assessments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage with plans starting at $10 per pay period, tailored options for part‑time and PRN employees.
• Financial protection and PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; paid family leave; paid time off.
• Financial & career growth: tuition assistance for higher education and certification; loan assistance; 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Applicants should have a current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license and an associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.

EEOC Statement

Swain Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Swain Community Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.