Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse for a dynamic Neuroscience Med/Surg unit. The ideal candidate will have experience working with adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced environment, focusing on exceptional patient care and experience.

Shift Details

• Shift: Night 4×12 Hours (18:45 – 07:15)
• Weekend Coverage: Required every other weekend

Unit Overview

This unit specializes in the inpatient care of stroke and TIA patients while also managing higher acuity medical-surgical cases. Our team is committed to enhancing patient experience and outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population.
• Administer medication via the Omnicell medication system.
• Monitor and document patient conditions and responses to treatments and interventions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care.
• Float to other units as necessary based on patient needs and skill set.

Patient Population

The unit primarily cares for patients with a range of diagnoses, including:

• Stroke/TIA
• Seizure
• Syncope
• Pneumonia (PNA)
• Chest Pain
• Dialysis patients
• Acute Kidney Failure
• Post Heart Catheterization
• Respiratory Failure
• Encephalopathy
• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
• Sepsis

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee.
• At least 1 year of recent nursing experience in a medical-surgical or telemetry setting.
• Proficient in using the EPIC electronic health record system.
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
• No first-time travelers; candidates must demonstrate prior experience.

Additional Information

We value a high level of patient care and are looking for team members who are equally committed to ensuring a positive patient experience while providing quality health services.