Registered Nurse, Surgery

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus Opportunity

Schedule: Typical hours are 7:00am-3:30pm, plus 1-2 call shifts per week. 

Your experience matters Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse on our Operating Room team, you will play a vital role in our mission of 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.

More about our team  

Our Operating Room is a collaborative, fast-paced environment with five ORs supporting a wide range of surgical services, primarily orthopedic and general surgery, with some OB/GYN procedures. Three ORs run full time, and team members may also float to Endoscopy, offering variety and the opportunity to grow within perioperative care. Rutherford Regional recently expanded access to advanced surgical care with the addition of the da Vinci Surgical System, a robotic-assisted technology designed to support minimally invasive procedures with enhanced precision. This investment reflects our commitment to providing innovative surgical care close to home while creating an environment where skilled nurses can be part of meaningful growth and high-quality patient outcomes.

How you'll contribute  
A Registered Nurse who excels in this role: 

- Performs thorough pre‑, intra‑, and post‑operative assessments to ensure safe patient care 

- Anticipates the needs of the surgical team and supports efficient workflow 

- Provides age‑ and procedure‑appropriate nursing care throughout the perioperative process 

- Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the medical record 

- Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists to deliver high‑quality outcomes

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for  

- Current North Carolina or compact state RN license required 

- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire 

- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 90 days of hire 

- Associate's degree in nursing required; Bachelor's degree preferred 

- One year of Operating Room RN experience preferred; new‑to‑OR candidates may be considered based on overall experience

Connect with a Recruiter  
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Haley by emailing

More about Rutherford Regional Health System  

Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Rutherford County and surrounding communities. As part of Lifepoint Health, we combine the support and resources of a national healthcare network with the close-knit feel of a community hospital. Through our partnership with Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, we are strengthening quality, expanding access to physician expertise and specialists, and investing in resources that help transform healthcare in Rutherford County. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative team committed to making a meaningful difference for patients and helping build healthier communities.

EEOC Statement

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

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.