RN Full-time
Hamilton Medical Center, Inc.

Registered Nurse - IC

Hamilton Medical Center, Inc. Dalton, GA 30720, US

About Us

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee’s leading healthcare system, we are committed not only to the health of our communities, but also to the growth, support, and success of our team members.

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With over 80 points of access across the region, including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission-driven team changing lives every day.

Our core values, Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE), guide everything we do. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating differences, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.

Excellence. Every person. Every time.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides direct patient care to patients in intra-operative setting using the nursing process. Is responsible for managing the care of assigned patients and coping with rapid case turnover and directing activities of ancillary staff. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to patients of all age ranges.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program or will obtain prior to working as a RN

Licensure:   Current Georgia RN or a multi-state license meeting eNLC criteria professional licensure or will obtain prior to beginning work as a RN. BLS CPR required

Experience: Previous surgical experience preferred. Minimum of one year nursing experience in acute care setting preferred or will be a graduate of a peri-operative training program.

Skills:            Finger and hand dexterity. Ability to obtain and interpret pertinent information in terms of the patient’s needs. Ability to select proper instrumentation/supplies appropriate for the procedure being performed and the age group of the patient served.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Prolonged walking and standing required, with the ability to lift and move patients. Ability to tolerate rapid patient turnover and high census. Works in typical surgery setting with patients experiencing a wide range of surgical procedures and anesthetics. Required to take call, with some late day assignments requested. Ability to effectively cope with acute emergency situations.

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