<p>Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a Registered Nurse for its Behavioral Health unit — a 288-bed acute care facility with more than 30 years of service to York County and the surrounding region. This role offers up to $20,000 in sign-on bonus for eligible candidates and places nurses within a nationally recognized safety culture, including Leapfrog "A" Hospital Safety Score designation. Candidates with psychiatric and mental health nursing backgrounds will find a structured, multidisciplinary environment that supports both clinical excellence and professional advancement.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus based on eligibility</li> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>CME and continuing education opportunities with dedicated career development support</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Behavioral Health nursing role within a 288-bed acute care facility serving York County and the broader South Carolina region</li> <li>Multidisciplinary care model with structured bedside handoff using SBAR and AIDET communication standards embedded in daily practice</li> <li>Age-specific competency expectations across the patient population served on the behavioral health unit</li> <li>Teach Back methodology used to confirm patient and family understanding of medications, treatments, discharge instructions, and follow-up care</li> <li>Facility services include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, and a Level III NICU</li> <li>Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score recipient and Certified Zero Harm Award honoree from the South Carolina Hospital Association in collaboration with DHEC</li> <li>Cardiac Care program designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation</li> <li>Sister campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — features a 24/7 ED, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services, reflecting a growing regional health system</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) required; previous clinical experience reviewed individually for acceptability</li> <li>Valid permanent Multi-State RN license from state of residence required; candidates holding a compact RN license from another state must obtain a Multi-State RN license from their state of residence within 30 days of hire</li> <li>American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire</li> <li>Psychiatric or mental health nursing experience preferred</li> <li>RN-C (Certified Registered Nurse) designation preferred</li> <li>Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification preferred; must be obtained within orientation period</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, South Carolina — situated just south of Charlotte, North Carolina, offering easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a lower cost of living and a strong sense of community. The region features a growing arts and dining scene, proximity to Lake Wylie for outdoor recreation, and well-regarded public and private school options, making it an attractive destination for nurses at any career stage. The broader Charlotte metro area is within a short commute, providing urban amenities without urban housing costs.</p>