Emergency Services RN: Rapid Care & Patient Advocate

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital seeks an Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process. You will coordinate care, administer medications, and document thoroughly while collaborating with physicians and the health care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, education for patients and families, and participation in life-saving interventions such as CPR.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
• RN licensure in state or compact license required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with policies and nursing process.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects.
• Document care accurately and report changes to the care team.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to implement care plans.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in CPR/code team activities.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Documentation

Safety and infection control

Education

RN state licensure (or compact)

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred)

NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation (preferred)

Job description

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital seeks an Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process. You will coordinate care, administer medications, and document thoroughly while collaborating with physicians and the health care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, education for patients and families, and participation in life-saving interventions such as CPR.