Cardiac Stepdown RN — LVAD/Transplant Night Shift

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse for a full-time night shift on a high-acuity Cardiac Stepdown Unit (7p–7a) at 7 Medical Center East in Nashville. The role involves applying the nursing process, coordinating care across the continuum, and educating patients and families.

Preference for inpatient cardiology/ICU experience. Join a team focused on complex cardiac and post-surgical care, with opportunities for growth and professional development within Vanderbilt

Qualifications

• Applies the nursing process to plan and implement patient care.
• Collaborates with health care team to establish patient goals and evaluate progress.
• Engages in learning activities according to nursing standards.
• High-acuity Cardiology exposure on a stepdown unit.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in establishing the plan of care and coordinates care delivery.
• Analyzes information to determine nursing diagnoses.
• Evaluates progress and applies interventions for outcomes.
• Promotes health and a safe environment.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Nursing

Cardiac stepdown

Patient education

Education

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Tools

Care Planning (Novice)

Nursing Patient Education (Novice)

Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice)

Evidence-Based Practice (Novice)

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking a registered nurse for a full-time night shift on a high-acuity Cardiac Stepdown Unit (7p–7a) at 7 Medical Center East in Nashville. The role involves applying the nursing process, coordinating care across the continuum, and educating patients and families.

Preference for inpatient cardiology/ICU experience. Join a team focused on complex cardiac and post-surgical care, with opportunities for growth and professional development within Vanderbilt