Night-Shift RN: Patient-Centered Elder Care

Tennova Healthcare- Newport Medical Center; Newport (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- Newport Medical Center in Newport, TN is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process and collaborate with physicians and the care team.

The role emphasizes assessments, medication administration, patient education, and participation in life-saving interventions while maintaining safety and infection control.

The position requires 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience; state RN license and BCLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting required
• RN licensure required; BCLS certification required; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred
• Ability to coordinate care with physicians and healthcare professionals and to communicate findings effectively

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies and 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 per standards of practice.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in CPR and code team activities as appropriate.
• Documents patient care and education thoroughly in the medical record.
• Maintains infection control and safety standards to protect patients and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.

Skills

Nursing process

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Infection control knowledge

Patient education

Tools

IV pumps

Monitors

Ventilators

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- Newport Medical Center in Newport, TN is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process and collaborate with physicians and the care team.

The role emphasizes assessments, medication administration, patient education, and participation in life-saving interventions while maintaining safety and infection control.

The position requires 0-2 years of clinical nursing experience; state RN license and BCLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred.