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Registered Nurse / RN Med Surg

UT Health East Texas·Athens, Texas

Unknown·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

The Registered Nurse provides and directs professional patient care for a designated group of patients using the nursing process. The role involves working within a medical-surgical unit to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, PRN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) in Athens, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.

People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.

Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team: UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and acute stroke-ready facility; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit, radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a Med-Surg RN:

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who uses the nursing process to provide and direct patient care for a group of patients for a designated time frame.

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Associates Degree of Nursing (ADN) Must maintain current Texas RN License BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care

Benefits

  • Career growth opportunities
  • Wellness resources
  • Education support
  • Financial well-being support

Posting details

Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Athens, Texas
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Closes
Jul 23, 2027
Application
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Hiring organization

UT Health East Texas

Representing the very best in healthcare, UT Health East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals and more than 90 clinics across East Texas. With nearly 7,500 employees and over 1,000 licensed inpatient beds, UT Health East Texas provides healthcare services to thousands of patients...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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