Registered Nurse, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am

Meharrry Medical College; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 7:00 pm to 7:00 am shift. The RN provides patient care under the Nurse Manager and supports clinical service plans. Responsibilities include assessments, medication administration, and shift handoffs, with emphasis on documentation and compliance.

Required RN training and Tennessee licensure, with 6–12 months of related experience. Experience with substance use disorder patients and crisis intervention are valued; Spanish-speaking

Qualifications

• RN training and TN licensure required.
• Minimum of six months to one year of related experience.
• Experience with patients with substance use disorders is preferred.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation experience are a plus.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary treatment teams and communicate effectively.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical care for clients under supervision of Nurse Manager/Physician.
• Assist in assessments, examinations, and treatments.
• Administer medications and maintain accurate records.
• Observe, document, and report client signs and symptoms.
• Receive and give shift reports; attend monthly meetings and required trainings.
• Adhere to medication management procedures and college policies.

Skills

RN training

TN licensure

Substance use disorder experience

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

RN licensure in Tennessee

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Job description

## Registered Nurse, 7:00 pm to 7:00 amApplylocations: Main Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101599The Registered Nurse will work under the supervision of the Nurse Manager. The RN provides patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing and accreditation standards. Assists in carrying out the medical components of the clinical service plan for the respective unit.**Essential Functions (Principal Duties and Job Responsibilities):*** Provide physical care for clients commensurate with RN training and under the supervision of Nurse Manager/Physician. (Details further explain in job description.) Assists the physician in assessments, physical examinations and treatments such as taking blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration when needed. Collecting specimens for laboratory exams as ordered and needed. Also gives injections or TB skin test as per physician orders. Maintain clinical records and required paperwork in compliance with agency standards. Observes, records and reports indicative signs and symptoms of clients physical and mental conditions. Prepare, administers, and records the administration of medication as required. Receives and gives report on clients at the beginning and end of each work shift.* Adhere to procedures regarding medication management. Participated as team member in treatment planning for each individual patient. Provide education pertaining to health, hygiene, nutrition, and prenatal issues as needed.* Responsible for counting, recording, and keeping all controlled medications properly secured. Give reports on clients at the beginning and end of each work shift. Carries out college’s policy and procedures.* Responsible for counting, recording, and keeping all controlled medications properly secured. Give reports on clients at the beginning and end of each work shift. Carries out college’s policy and procedures.* Perform other departmental duties as assigned by supervisor.* Attend nursing monthly meeting, all necessary training assigned by Meharry Medical College, State of Tennessee and any other accrediting agency requirements assigned by the training coordinator.* Performs other related duties as assigned.**Education and Experience Required:*** RN training and TN licensure required.* Minimum of six months to one year of related experience.**Education and Experience Preferred:*** Experience in working with patients with substance use disorders* Crisis intervention and de-escalation experience* Ability to work in interdisciplinary treatment teams* Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification is preferred.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and organizational ability.* Bilingual (Spanish).