Night Shift RN: Med/Surg Observation (Nashville)

Ascension Health

Nashville (TN)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Job summary

Ascension Health in Nashville is seeking a Night Shift, Full-time Registered Nurse to care for patients in a high-volume observation unit, focusing on short-stay discharges.

You will perform rapid clinical assessments, administer breathing treatments, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely progress toward recovery and comprehensive discharge planning. TN RN licensure and BLS are required; acute care experience is preferred and NIH Stroke Scale certification is a plus.

Qualifications

  • BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
  • RN credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing prior to hire date.
  • Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing or required professional licensure at time of hire.
  • 6 months of acute care nursing experience preferred.
  • NIH Stroke Scale Certification may be obtained.

Responsibilities

  • Care for patients with acute respiratory conditions in a high-volume observation unit.
  • Manage high turnover patients with short stays and safe discharge.
  • Perform rapid clinical assessments, administer breathing treatments, and monitor stable patients.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver efficient care and discharge planning.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing

Job description

Ascension Health in Nashville is seeking a Night Shift, Full-time Registered Nurse to care for patients in a high-volume observation unit, focusing on short-stay discharges.

You will perform rapid clinical assessments, administer breathing treatments, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely progress toward recovery and comprehensive discharge planning. TN RN licensure and BLS are required; acute care experience is preferred and NIH Stroke Scale certification is a plus.

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