REGISTERED NURSE 2 - 10132026-81709

Tennessee Department of Health; Columbia (TN); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 83.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Tennessee Department of Health in Columbia, TN is seeking a Registered Nurse 2 (RN2) to provide skilled clinical services and support public health programs. This role emphasizes nursing assessments, medication administration, diagnostics, and education to promote community health.

You will perform assessments, manage medications, conduct tests, educate patients and families, maintain supplies, and support WIC and emergency response services as part of a compassionate health team.

Qualifikationen

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee or holds a privilege to practice in the State of Tennessee under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).

Aufgaben

• Perform nursing assessments and collect patient health histories.
• Administer medications and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Conduct diagnostic tests and manage laboratory specimens.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Maintain medical supplies, vaccines, equipment, and instruments.
• Support WIC services and provide VENA based nutrition counseling.
• Document and code patient visits accurately in the electronic health record.

Kenntnisse

Critical Thinking

Active Learning & Listening

Learning Strategies

Monitoring

Social Perceptiveness

Ausbildung

Registered Nurse license

NLC eligibility

Jobbeschreibung

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/13/2026 12:00AM Central Time

Job Information

Opening Date/Time 10/13/2026 12:00AM Central Time Closing Date/Time 10/19/2026 11:59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $4,608.00 - $6,893.00 Salary (Annually) $55,296.00 - $82,716.00 Job Type Full-Time City, State Location Columbia, TN Department Health

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH, MAURY COUNTY

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse.

Necessary Special Qualifications: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee or holds a privilege to practice in the State of Tennessee under the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). A valid motor vehicle operator license may be required.

Overview

The Registered Nurse 2 (RN2) provides skilled clinical services and supports public health programs that improve the wellbeing of the community. RN2s conduct nursing assessments, administer medications, perform diagnostic tests, deliver patient education, and support WIC and emergency response services. This role is essential to ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate care while contributing to the mission of public health.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments and collect patient health histories.
• Administer medications and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
• Conduct diagnostic tests and manage laboratory specimens.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Maintain medical supplies, vaccines, equipment, and instruments.
• Support WIC services and provide VENA based nutrition counseling.
• Document and code patient visits accurately in the electronic health record.

Competencies (KSA's)

• Nimble Learning
• Decision Quality
• Drives Results
• Communicates Effectively
• Instills Trust

Knowledge

• Nursing & Nursing Techniques
• Clerical
• Administration and Management
• Customer and Personal Service

Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Active Learning and Listening
• Learning Strategies
• Monitoring
• Social Perceptiveness

Abilities

• Deductive Reasoning
• Speech Clarity & Recognition
• Auditory Attention
• Problem Sensitivity
• Prolonged Stamina

Tools & Equipment

• Electronic devices
• Various medical equipment and devices

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.

• Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.