<p>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.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Sign-on bonus up to $20,000 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>Continuing education and career development opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Surgical Trauma unit at a 288-bed acute care facility with advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment</li> <li>Full-scope direct patient care: comprehensive assessment, care planning, implementation, and outcome evaluation for surgical and trauma patients</li> <li>Collaborative interdisciplinary model — RNs coordinate closely with physicians, surgeons, and ancillary staff to drive patient outcomes</li> <li>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</li> <li>Additional service lines include maternity care, a Level III NICU, preventive care, and a full surgical services portfolio</li> <li>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</li> <li>Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score and SCHA Certified Zero Harm Award — institutional commitment to safety culture</li> <li>Supportive environment with documented emphasis on professional growth and work-life balance</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Associate's degree in Nursing (ADN) required at minimum</li> <li>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</li> <li>American Heart Association BLS certification required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire if not already held</li> <li>ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certifications required; must be completed within the orientation period</li> <li>RN-C (Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse) or CCRN (Critical Care Registered Nurse) certification preferred</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, 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.</p>