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Searching for a Nursing Career at Claiborne Medical Center?

Are you ready to further your nursing career as a valued member of a caring, motivated team of the best and brightest? At Claiborne Medical Center, we are always on the lookout for talented, passionate and caring nurses to join our award-winning team. Whether you’re a new graduate or an experienced nurse, unlock your potential and help us improve patient outcomes together by joining our nursing team at our accredited healthcare facility in Tazewell, Tennessee.

Our Recruitment Team

Jennifer Lawless

Registered Nurse Recruiter

Claiborne Medical Center

423-492-5011 jlawles2@covhlth.com
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Vicki Cornelius, RN

Chief Nursing Officer

Claiborne Medical Center

Benefits for Nurses at Covenant Health


Paid Vacation Time
Health, Medical and Dental Insurance
401K Contribution Match
Tuition Reimbursement

Our Hiring Process


Step 1: Apply

The first step of the hiring process is finding a role and submitting an application. Apply today!

Step 2: Interviews

A recruiter will contact you to start the interview process. Be prepared to discuss your skills and experiences. This is also an opportunity for you to learn more about us. We encourage you to ask questions about job requirements, the type of work you would be expected to do, and your team. Upon completion of the interview process, we will determine if an offer will be extended to you.

Step 3: Offer Process

The hiring manager and interviewers will make the final hiring decision. Applicants who are interviewed will be notified once the recruiting process has concluded, and the top candidate will receive an offer. Upon acceptance of our offer, your recruiter will help you coordinate your start date and you will be contacted by a Staffing Coordinator to walk you through the next steps.

Step 4: Pre-Employment Testing

All offers are contingent on successfully completing the onboarding process, which includes a background screening, health screen, drug test and other job-related requirements.

Step 5: Start

Welcome to the Covenant Health team! Upon your start date, you will attend New Employee Orientation. If you have any questions along The Hiring Process, please contact your Recruiter or Staffing Coordinator.

Our Location

Hospital

Claiborne Medical Center

Hours
  • Hospital
  • Emergency Room
  • Laboratory

Nursing Units at Claiborne Medical Center


Critical Care Unit

The critical care unit at Claiborne Medical Center boasts small nurse to patient ratios, so our staff is able to give our critically ill patients the best possible care. The staff strives to create a warm and welcoming team environment that cultivates healing for the patients and their families, and each other.

Medical Unit

The medical unit at Claiborne Medical Center is our largest unit, where you will see both patients who are recovering from surgeries as well as those suffering from various illnesses, which requires a well-rounded knowledge base for caregivers. The culture of this unit is energetic with a warm and welcoming team environment. Whether you are looking to start your career as an RN, LPN (HUC), CNA, or PCA, or have years of experience, our medical unit is a team you’d be proud to call your work family.

Emergency Department

The emergency department at Claiborne Medical Center is equipped with the latest technology, including computerized patient tracking, radiology services inside the ED and tele-neurology. The ED staff is made up of RNs and paramedics that work together to provide excellent patient care. Claiborne Medical Center also provides access to emergency services through our ambulance service, Claiborne EMS, which is the 911 ambulance provider for Claiborne County.

Cardiac Rehab Unit

The cardiac rehabilitation department at Claiborne Medical Center takes pride in helping patients restore their physical fitness after a serious cardiac event or illness. Through exercise, education and counseling, patients regain their strength to return to a more active lifestyle that helps them prevent further illness. Our cardiac
rehab team is comprised of RNs who love helping our patients while also supporting and encouraging their work family.

Claiborne Health and Rehabilitation Center

Claiborne Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 5-star nursing home facility that is dually licensed to provide skilled and long-term care for those who seek our assistance. We are physically connected by a walkway to Claiborne Medical Center, and the nursing home staff participates in all educational programs and hospital functions. Claiborne Health and Rehabilitation Center has been open since 1968 and has deep roots in the
community, and the staff works to create an atmosphere where residents can live in a home-like environment.

Surgery Department

The surgery department at Claiborne Medical Center is comprised of RNs, LPNs, CSTs, CNAs and CRNAs that work together to provide excellent patient care. The nurse to patient ratio for the OR is 1:1 and 1:2 for ambulatory.

Career Development and Advancement

At Covenant Health, we automatically enroll every newly graduated RN we hire into our Nurse Residency Program because we’re committed to helping you successfully make the transition from an educational setting to a fast-paced hospital environment. All you need to do is apply online for job opening(s) that interest you!

Learn More About Professional Development for Nurses

Registered Nurse Loyalty Incentive Program

At Covenant Health, we believe in nurturing our own talent and fostering growth within our community. Our Registered Nurse Loyalty Incentive Program features financial incentives for our employees who are on the path to becoming RNs.

Learn More About Our Loyalty Incentive Program

Nursing Student Opportunities

The Student Nurse Associate (SNA) positions offered at Covenant Health offer invaluable hands-on experience and the opportunity to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world healthcare settings. To qualify for this position, you must be in your junior or senior year of study in a registered nursing program and have either completed the fundamental clinical skills portion of the program or be scheduled to finish it within the same semester of employment.

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