Registered Nurse (7AM - 7PM)

Meharry Medical College; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College in Nashville is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and in collaboration with physicians and the care team.

The RN will assist with assessments, medications, records, and clinical documentation, while supporting treatment planning and patient education across units. TN RN licensure and 6–12 months of related experience are required; bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• TN RN licensure required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical care for clients under RN training and Nurse Manager supervision.
• Assist physician with assessments, examinations and treatments as ordered.
• Maintain clinical records and required paperwork.
• Administer medications and document as required.
• Participate in treatment planning and patient education.
• Attend nursing meetings and required trainings.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

RN licensure (TN)

Job description

The 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).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer.

Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.

About Meharry

Meharry Medical College was founded just 11 years after the end of the Civil War with the mission of educating African Americans to serve the underserved. Today, the nation’s largest private, historically black academic health sciences center has trained thousands of health care professionals. Three out of every four Meharrians return to urban or rural communities to serve others by providing medical or dental services. Our faith-based roots within the United Methodist Church inspire us to respect and serve all. Our standards are high within an educational environment that is nurturing. We believe that health equity is key to alleviating suffering. Whether our graduates are physicians, dentists, scientists, professors or public health professionals, the Meharry experience equips them to affect the world as a force for change led by our motto: “Worship of God Through Service to Mankind.”

Mission

Meharry Medical College is a global academic health sciences center advancing health equity through innovative research, transformative education, exceptional and compassionate health services and policy-influencing thought leadership. True to its legacy, Meharry empowers diverse populations to improve the well‑being of humankind.

Core Values

Meharry Medical College is a community of scholars and learners committed to excellence Accountability with transparency Equity with inclusion Respect with collegiality Service with compassion Integrity without exception

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Meharry Medical College complies with Title IX and is an affirmative action employer.

Candidates will be considered for employment without discrimination for an non-merit reason such as race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, handicap or veteran status.

Contact

For questions regarding employment, please contact 615-327-6336 or [e-mail].