Registered Nurse, Med/Surg | Full Time | Day Shift

Who We Are Peterson Health is an independent, not‑for‑profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX – heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association. Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient‑centered care. Shift Information This position is Full‑Time, Three 12‑hour shifts, Day Shift: 7 am‑7 pm. Compensation Currently offering a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for qualifying full‑time med/surg RNs. Benefits Health Insurance 401(k) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid time off Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated Employee Education Scholarships Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility Responsibilities The RN is responsible for assessing the needs of each patient on the unit and planning the nursing care needed to meet those needs, including spiritual, emotional, physiological, and psychosocial needs. Once planned, the RN is responsible to see that the plan of care is carried out through performance and/or leadership of subordinate personnel. After the plan is implemented and the care provided, the patients’ response is evaluated both verbally and in writing. Required Education Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Preferred Education BSN. Required Skills Patient Care assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Must communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Knowledge and ability to perform skills necessary for unit specific competencies, to include age specific competencies. Preferred Skills Advanced competencies as defined by demonstrated participation in formal Continuing Nursing Education activities. Required Licensure/Registration/Certification Unrestricted Texas license as a Registered Nurse and Basic Life Support. Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification ACLS and PALS. Required Experience Eligibility to participate in a new RN Preceptorship program. Preferred Experience Six to Twelve months of experience as an RN in an inpatient medical surgical setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr