Med-Surg RN: Hands-on Patient Care & Impact

Tennova---Turkey-Creek-Medical-Center-1; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) at Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center delivers patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role coordinates and provides high-quality care based on clinical protocols and physician orders, while supporting patients and families.

The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to achieve optimal outcomes, maintains patient safety, and educates patients and families

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required.
• Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
• Proficient in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the care team.
• Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration.
• Assists physicians during procedures within the scope of documented competency.
• Educates patients and families on medical conditions, treatment plans, and discharge planning.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Infection control

Documentation

Emergency response / CPR

Education

RN License (State Licensure or Compact)

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification preferred

PALS Certification preferred

Job description

The Registered Nurse (RN) at Tennova Turkey Creek Medical Center delivers patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role coordinates and provides high-quality care based on clinical protocols and physician orders, while supporting patients and families.

The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to achieve optimal outcomes, maintains patient safety, and educates patients and families