Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting an experienced Registered Nurse for its Surgical Trauma unit — a high-acuity inpatient service at a 288-bed regional medical center with a 30-year track record serving York County and the surrounding region. This is a direct patient care role with full interdisciplinary team support, a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000, and a benefits package built for long-term career development. Piedmont Medical Center has earned the Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score and the South Carolina Hospital Association's Certified Zero Harm Award, signaling a culture of clinical excellence and patient safety.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus up to $20,000 based on eligibility
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Continuing education and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Surgical Trauma unit at a 288-bed acute care facility with advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment
- Full-scope direct patient care: comprehensive assessment, care planning, implementation, and outcome evaluation for surgical and trauma patients
- Collaborative interdisciplinary model — RNs coordinate closely with physicians, surgeons, and ancillary staff to drive patient outcomes
- Advanced cardiac and stroke care services on campus, including a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care designation by BlueCross BlueShield and a Nationally Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Additional service lines include maternity care, a Level III NICU, preventive care, and a full surgical services portfolio
- Sister facility — 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
- Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score and SCHA Certified Zero Harm Award — institutional commitment to safety culture
- Supportive environment with documented emphasis on professional growth and work-life balance
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN) required at minimum
- Valid permanent Multi-State RN License from state of residence required; candidates holding a compact state license from another state must obtain a Multi-State RN License from their state of residence within 30 days of hire
- American Heart Association BLS certification required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire if not already held
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certifications required; must be completed within the orientation period
- RN-C (Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse) or CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) certification preferred
About the Community
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, strong public and private school options, and a genuine sense of community. The region features a mild four-season climate, proximity to Lake Wylie and the Catawba River for outdoor recreation, and a rapidly growing dining and arts scene driven by Charlotte's expanding suburban corridor. Clinicians relocating to Rock Hill gain the lifestyle advantages of a mid-sized Southern city with the professional resources of a major metro just minutes away.