Registered Nurse (RN), Preadmission Surgery

Pre-Admission Testing Nurse (RN), Surgical
Job Type: Full time, Days 8am-4pm

$5,000 for a 1-year contract and 7,500 for a 2-year contract.

Department/Unit Summary

At North Alabama Shoals hospital our surgical team is staffed 24/7 with physicians, nurses and staff who are trained in providing quality care. Our team combines advanced training with compassionate service to be ready for you or your family when you need it the most.

Your experience matters

At North Alabama Shoals Hospital, 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.

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Savannah Bennefield by texting or calling 256-415-5593.

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.

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current state RN license. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• Requires one to three years of work experience. Greater than 2 years preferred.

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
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching€¯€¯
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness€¯
• Professional development and growth opportunities

What you will do

The preadmissions registered nurse undertakes nursing assessment of the patient to ensure optimal fitness for surgery, under supervision if required. Ensuring patients are fully informed of the planned treatment, including post operative care and instructions. Provide answers to all patients' queries and questions or escalates appropriately.

Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies of the organization. This is a Surgical Services Department of Nursing Service position specializing in Outpatient surgery. This position provides delivery of patient care with the knowledge of a Registered Nurse.

About our Health System

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a 178-bed general acute care facility boasting spacious, private rooms for all patients, a 24-hour emergency department, medical and oncology services; medical/surgical inpatient units; and intensive care and short-stay surgery units. Shoals also operates the region's only in-patient acute rehabilitation facility, the J. W. Sommer Rehabilitation Unit, and the Shoals Senior Care Center, the Shoals' only psychiatric unit dedicated to our senior adults.

Shoals Hospital is an affiliate of LifePoint Health and is committed to delivering high-quality and compassionate care with a focus on patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes.

EEOC Statement

"North Alabama Shoals Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. North Alabama Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."