Night Shift RN Leader, Cardiac Stepdown

Montgomery College; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Surgery Step-down unit (5S) on the night shift. The RN serves as a shift leader, coordinating care for adults recovering from complex cardiac surgeries. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with clinicians, and ongoing patient education.

The position offers a nights schedule from 7p–7a with weekend shifts and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Cares for patients using the nursing process and plans care accordingly.
• Educates patients and families about care plans and discharge.
• Assesses and evaluates patient progress to achieve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates to establish and implement care plans for patients.
• Evaluates patient progress and adjusts interventions as needed.
• Mentors and supports bedside nurses as a shift leader.
• Ensures safety and quality through evidence-based practices.

Skills

Care Planning

Nursing Education

Nursing Assessment

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

RN Licensure

Job description

Vanderbilt University Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Surgery Step-down unit (5S) on the night shift. The RN serves as a shift leader, coordinating care for adults recovering from complex cardiac surgeries. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with clinicians, and ongoing patient education.

The position offers a nights schedule from 7p–7a with weekend shifts and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team environment.