PCU RN: Patient-Centered Care Leader

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a PCU RN to provide direct patient care under the Registered Nurse scope of practice. The role emphasizes therapeutic communication, safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support the hospital mission and patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include caring for patients, administering medications, wound care, vital signs, and coordinated education with families as part of a multidisciplinary care plan.

Qualifications

• RN license required from accredited nursing program.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire.
• One year of clinical nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess plans and evaluate patients' care needs and carry out physician orders.
• Administer prescribed medications, change dressings, clean wounds, monitor vital signs.
• Monitor, record and communicate patient condition using computerized documentation systems.
• Instruct and educate patients and families as part of a Multidisciplinary Care Planning team.

Skills

Registered Nurse

BLS

ACLS

TN nursing licensure

Education

RN license (TN)

Job description

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a PCU RN to provide direct patient care under the Registered Nurse scope of practice. The role emphasizes therapeutic communication, safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration to support the hospital mission and patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include caring for patients, administering medications, wound care, vital signs, and coordinated education with families as part of a multidisciplinary care plan.