Observation Unit Nurse

Company: TriStar Summit Medical Center
Location: Hermitage
Posted on: February 9, 2026

Job Description:

TriStar Summit Medical Center is proud to receive the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Pathway to Excellence designation for our commitment to a positive work environment and staff well-being! We're honored to be the only hospital in Tennessee currently holding this distinction. $20k Sign on available for qualified candidates Relocation available too TriStar Summit Medical Center is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently.Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care?Submit your application for OBS Unit Nurse position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient. Benefits TriStar Summit Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: - Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. - Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. - Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing - 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) - Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock - Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. - Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more - Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts - Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships - Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) - Colleague recognition program - Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) - Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. You contribute to our success let us contribute to yours! Whether you choose to focus on bedside care, a leadership or C-suite role, shape business and operational outcomes, or work to deliver clinical excellence behind the scenes in data science, case management or transfer centers. Unlock your potential at TriStar Summit Medical Center! Job Summary and Qualifications The Progressive Care Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care. In collaboration with medical providers, the RN provides pre-operative and post-operative nursing care. The RN serves as an advocate for patients to support an unparalleled patient experience. What you will do in this role: - Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. - Perform procedures or other functions as ordered by the medical provider. - Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. - Perform the administration of prescribed medications and monitors response. - Maintain a knowledge of medications, procedures, and equipment used in the care of cardiac and medical-surgical patients. What qualifications you will need: - RN licensure by Tennessee Board of Nursing or a Board of Nursing from a compact state. - Associate's degree; Bachelor’s degree is preferred - BLS required, and must be obtained within 30 days of employment - At least one-year clinical nursing preferred - ACLS with 30 days of hire - NIHSS Stroke Certification within 30 days of hire TriStar Summit is a 230 bed comprehensive facility. We serve Davidson, Wilson and surrounding counties. We include a Level III Trauma Center. We offer a full array of acute care services. These include cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics/spine, rehabilitation and women’s services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI. We are a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Summit is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care. {{}} Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our OBS Unit Nurse Weekend only opening.Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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