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Periop RN

Memorial Hospital - Hixson

Hixson, Tennessee

$33.11–$49.25/hr

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RNPerioperativeSurgical NursingPre/Post Surgery

Posted Aug 7, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 9, 2026

What the posting states

Base pay
$33.11–$49.25/hr

About this role

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As a Pre/Post Surgery RN, you will integrate the nursing process and standards into daily practice, applying growth and development knowledge to interventions and providing care tailored to each patient's changing needs. Daily, you will deliver efficient, safe patient care during the critical period following anesthesia and invasive procedures. This involves using the nursing process, delegating to and evaluating subordinate staff, and coordinating support services. Success in this role requires a strong grasp of surgical nursing principles, meticulous patient focus, and the ability to manage complex care in a critical, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program
  • Registered Nurse: TN
  • Basic Life Support - CPR
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (within 6 months)
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

About the employer

Memorial Hospital - Hixson
Hospital

Memorial Hospital Hixson is located in Hixson, Tennessee (37343) and is part of Memorial Health Care System based in Chattanooga. Memorial Health Care System is affiliated with CommonSpirit Health, one of the largest nonprofit health systems in the United States.…

What reviewers appreciate

  • High overall employee satisfaction with a 4.8/5 rating on Indeed
  • Strong pay and benefits rating at 4.8/5 based on employee reviews
  • Positive work-life balance scores at 4.5/5 from nursing staff reviews

What reviewers flag

  • Very small review sample size (5 reviews on Indeed) limits reliability of ratings
  • Job security and advancement rated lowest category at 4.3/5, suggesting some concern about career growth opportunities
  • Fast-paced, critical perioperative environment described in job postings may present high-stress working conditions
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Living in Hixson, TN

Hixson is a suburban community just north of Chattanooga, offering a quieter residential pace with convenient access to the city's hospitals and amenities. Situated near the Tennessee River, it appeals to nurses seeking affordable suburban living without straying far from major healthcare employers.

State price level · Tennessee
91.9
8% below the national average

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities

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