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Kindred Healthcare·Selma, Alabama

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 months ago
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The Registered Nurse provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients within an acute care hospital setting, utilizing the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. This role involves coordinating with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes, supporting surgical interventions across all age groups, and ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the perioperative process.

$20,000 Sign on Bonus Join Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital that serves as a critical healthcare hub in the region.

Vaughan delivers a full complement of hospital services, including emergency care, to the Black Belt area of southern Alabama.

As part of ScionHealth, Vaughan combines system strength with strong local impact so that you can make your mark where your work truly matters.

Job Summary The Registered Nurse - Surgery (RN-Surgery) provides direct and comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients within an acute care hospital setting.

Utilizing the nursing process, the RN-Surgery assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal outcomes.

This role supports surgical interventions across all age groups and ensures patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the perioperative process.

Essential Functions Delivers patient-centered nursing care based on established standards of care and the nursing process Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and in accordance with policy Documents all aspects of patient care clearly and accurately Monitors, evaluates, and communicates patient condition to healthcare team, patient, and family Coordinates and collaborates with surgical and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care Participates in patient transfer, discharge, and referrals as needed Educates patients and families on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients throughout the surgical experience Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Demonstrated critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments Effective communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and team members Competency in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other healthcare technologies Commitment to continuous learning and professional development Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines Physical ability to perform required duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods Willingness to comply with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures Attends required staff meetings and maintains required certifications and competencies

Education Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Licenses/Certifications Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within time frame specified in facility policy) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification (required within timeframe specified in facility policy) Experience Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience preferred Previous perioperative or surgical services experience strongly preferred

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited School of Nursing, holding a current and valid Registered Nurse license in the state of practice, along with required certifications including BLS, ACLS, and PALS. A minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience is preferred, with previous perioperative or surgical services experience being strongly advantageous.

  • bachelor degree
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • BLS Certification
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Safety
  • Critical Thinking
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Decision-Making
  • Clinical Judgment
  • ACLS Certification
  • PALS Certification
  • Surgical Interventions

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Selma, Alabama
Posted
Feb 24, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Kindred Healthcare

Kindred’s mission is to help our patients reach their highest potential for health and healing with intensive medical and rehabilitative care through a compassionate patient experience. Kindred’s 61 long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), along with 18 community-based,...

Salary listed on 217 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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