Cardiac Stepdown RN — Compassionate Acute Care

North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process. You will coordinate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes in a compassionate environment.

The role includes accurate patient assessments, timely documentation, medication administration, and patient education. You’ll participate in emergencies and life-saving interventions as needed, across units such as critical care and

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Tennessee or compact state.
• BLS certification is required.
• ACLS and PALS are preferred for specialized units.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors for side effects.
• Assists physicians during procedures within competency.
• Collaborates with care team to implement and evaluate care plans.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions.
• Educates patients and families on conditions and post-discharge care.
• Maintains infection control and patient safety standards.
• Documents care thoroughly in medical records.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Patient education

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

PALS preferred

Job description

North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process. You will coordinate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to ensure high-quality outcomes in a compassionate environment.

The role includes accurate patient assessments, timely documentation, medication administration, and patient education. You’ll participate in emergencies and life-saving interventions as needed, across units such as critical care and