The Med-Surg Nurse will assess, plan, and implement individualized patient care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and educating patients and families on post-operative recovery.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia and possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. A degree in nursing is required, and previous medical-surgical experience is preferred.
bachelor degreeCommunicationTelemetryPatient careCritical thinkingTime managementClinical assessmentPatient educationVital signs monitoringMedication administrationElectronic health record systemsPatient advocacyPost-operative care
Job description
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus!
RN Full Time Days
Come and Make a Difference at MMC!
About the Role
As a Med-Surg Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Your primary responsibility will be to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for individuals recovering from surgery or managing chronic illnesses.
You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure that each patient receives personalized treatment and support throughout their recovery journey.
This position requires a strong commitment to patient advocacy, safety, and education, as you will be responsible for monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients and their families about post-operative care.
Ultimately, your efforts will contribute to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction within our healthcare facility.
Minimum Qualifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Degree in Nursing
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in a medical-surgical nursing setting.
Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
ACLS
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status and needs.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Monitor patients' progress and respond to changes in their condition promptly.
Educate patients and their families on post-operative care and health management.
Skills
The required skills for this position include strong clinical assessment abilities, which will be utilized daily to evaluate patients' conditions and determine appropriate interventions.
Effective communication skills are essential for collaborating with the healthcare team and educating patients and families about care plans.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Medical plans
Health savings account
Fitness center discounts
AD&D insurance
Retirement program
Extended illness bank
Group accident insurance
Group critical illness insurance
Credit union enrollment
Wellness based premium discount
Time management and organizational skills will help you prioritize tasks in a busy environment, ensuring that all patients receive timely care.
Critical thinking skills will be necessary for making quick decisions in response to changes in patient status.
Preferred skills, such as proficiency in EHR systems, will enhance your ability to document care accurately and efficiently, contributing to seamless patient care.
At Morgan Medical Center, our commitment to caring for others extends to our own team members.
We take pride in our people-first culture and value the contribution of every employee.
From exceptional career opportunities to our modern facility, there are many reasons to consider a career with Morgan Medical Center.
ACLS/BLS and Telemetry training provided on sight.
Candidates must hold current licensure in the State of Georgia and have BLS certification.
Must be willing to work weekends when needed.
Summary of FT/PT benefits available
Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from, including a Health Savings Account option
Wellness based premium discount through our Premium Credit Plan
Comprehensive Dental Insurance
Your Best Health Program
$50,000 of Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by MMC
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
Group Accident Insurance
Group Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health and Welfare Employee Advocacy Center (Client Advocate Center)
Retirement program
Health fairs
Paid Time Off program
Extended Illness Bank
$5,000 Tuition reimbursement
Credit Union Enrollment Option
Fitness Center Discounts
Your Calling. Our Community. Where You Belong.
In Morgan County, neighbors become friends and friends become family. When you join Morgan Medical Center, you become part of a team that cares deeply for its community and for one another.
If healthcare is your calling, you deserve a place where your expertise is valued, your voice is respected, and your work makes a visible difference. Here, relationships drive care. Patients are not numbers - they’re people we know. And colleagues are not coworkers – they’re teammates committed to shared excellence.
Since opening our new hospital in 2018, Morgan Medical Center has evolved into a trusted regional healthcare destination delivering advanced clinical services while preserving the personal touch that defines rural medicine at its best. Our growth means expanded specialties, advanced technology, and meaningful professional opportunity for clinicians and leaders who want to practice with purpose.
At Morgan Medical Center
You will be known. You will be valued. You will belong.
You will Practice at a Higher Level
Level IV Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency medicine–trained, board-certified physicians
Georgia DPH Designated Remote Stroke Treatment Center
Expanded surgical services in Orthopedics, General Surgery, and Breast Cancer Care
Advanced imaging including SPECT/CT, 3D mammography and wide-bore MRI
Inpatient rehabilitation/swing bed program supporting recovery across the post-acute care continuum
You will Join a Culture of Quality
DNV-accredited Critical Access Hospital aligned with ISO 9001 quality principles
Strong focus on patient safety, evidence-based practice, and continuous improvement
Interdisciplinary collaboration with accessible leadership
National recognition from American College of Surgeons, American Heart Association, Becker’s Top 100 and Women’s Choice Award®, and Healthgrades
You will Grow With Purpose
Opportunities for specialty certification and professional development
Broad scope of practice with meaningful clinical impact
A workplace where your experience strengthens the entire organization
At Morgan Medical Center, you’re not just filling a position - you’re answering a calling.
