RN- Med / Surg

South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety, including a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A’s for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group. Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Our worksite wellness program was recently recognized as one of the top fifty such programs nationally. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities.

Salary Range : $33.85 to $44.17

Job Summary :

Coordinates total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary approach in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Provides comprehensive care for the life span of patients, from infants to geriatrics. Effectively delivers patient care through Nursing Process of Assessment, Planning, Intervention, Implementation and evaluation.

Minimum Qualifications :

Graduate of an Accredited School or College of Nursing

Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island or in another state that participates in the Nurse Licensure multi-state license

BLS from AHA required

Minimum 1 year acute care nursing experience required

What separates us from other organizations?

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Earn an Extra $20,000+ in added benefits over 2 years!

Housing Stipend - $500 per month Through May 31, 2026

Student Loan Repayment – over 5 years, monthly increases every year total of $20,000, starting at $200, escalating

Signing Bonus - $3,000, first half after 90 days, 2nd half after one year; requires 2-year commitment

Night Shift Differential

Tuition Assistance

Referral Bonuses when you refer a friend to SCH

Work at night and enjoy the beach in the sun

Avoid traffic

Resource Nurse available on third shift to provide additional support clinical questions or complex clinical issues