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Registered Nurse, Free-standing ER/ED @ Sweetwater, Full-time Midshift

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NORTH AUGUSTA, South Carolina

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Sep 22 · Applications close Sep 22, 2027 · New grads welcomed

License
RN licenseLicense : Current South Carolina nursing license.
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

New grads
Welcomed
License
License : Current South Carolina nursing license. Check your license
Certification
BLS, ACLS, PALS (upon hire).
Education
Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
Experience
Prefer one-year full time or three years part-time experience in acute care setting.
Experience
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.
Also asks
New graduates are encouraged to apply in their final semester of nursing school before graduation.
Also asks
CPI (within 6 months);
Also asks
EEO Statement
Also asks
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
Also asks
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
Also asks
During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email.
Also asks
Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
Also asks
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Your six-month RN application plan

Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.

  1. 6 months before

    Shortlist units

    Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.

    Find residencies
  2. 4–6 months before

    Apply as windows open

    Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.

    Explore new grad jobs
  3. 2–3 months before

    Meet the unit manager

    Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.

    Prepare your questions
  4. Around graduation

    Confirm your start

    Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.

    Plan your license
Why start this early?

Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.

What it pays

The workplace

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UHS
Health system employer

Worth asking

  • Can you walk me through base pay range, differentials, and sign-on bonus repayment terms?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Build questions for this role

Your fit

On your path

Emergency is open from year one. Fellowships take new grads. The windows matter.

Original listing

Posted on UHS’ careers page.

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Responsibilities

Registered Nurse - Free Standing ER/ED at Sweetwater Full-time Mid shift

ELIGIBLE for $15k Sign-on Bonus

Aiken Regional Medical Centers, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a 273-bed acute care facility providing top quality and safe healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities since 1917. Aiken Regional Medical Centers has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the American Heart Association for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and Stroke, and most recently, coronary artery disease.

Additionally, Aiken Regional provides comprehensive healthcare services such as behavioral health ( Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health ), emergency medical care (main hospital and ER at Sweetwater ), orthopedic surgeries, maternity, rehabilitation services( Hitchcock Rehabilitation Services ), imaging, and wound care.

Visit us online at: https://www.aikenregional.com

What do our current nurses value at Aiken Regional Medical Centers and UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are a part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry.

Having the opportunity grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Clinical Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience.

At UHS, you have a voice.

Benefit Highlights

  • Sign On Bonuses for select positions
  • Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months
  • Culture of Excellence – Employee Recognition program
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
  • More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U. S. States, Washington, D. C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

If you would like to learn more about the Registered Nurse position before applying, please contact Melissa Walker at Melissa. Walker@uhsinc.com or by phone at 803-641-5699.

Qualifications

Job

Requirements

Education

Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.

Experience

Prefer one-year full time or three years part-time experience in acute care setting. New graduates are encouraged to apply in their final semester of nursing school before graduation.

License : Current South Carolina nursing license.

Certifications

BLS, ACLS, PALS (upon hire). CPI (within 6 months);

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

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In North Augusta, SC

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Living costs about 6% below the US average

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