Registered Nurse Cardiovascular

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k)/403(b) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an RN for the Advanced Heart Failure Clinic in Nashville, TN. The role focuses on patient assessment, education, and care coordination within a day shift, full-time schedule at Ascension Saint Thomas West.

You will evaluate patients with heart failure, educate on management and medications, coordinate care plans, and act as a liaison between physicians and patients to ensure timely follow-ups and tests. A TN RN license and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 1 month of hire.
• RN license in TN or multi-state Compact prior to hire date.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with heart failure through exams, history, vitals and weight trends.
• Educate patients and families on heart failure management and meds adherence.
• Coordinate care plans with providers and titrate medications per protocols.
• Handle incoming calls to assess symptoms, adjust care or refer to physician.
• Serve as liaison between physicians and patients to arrange follow-ups and tests.

Skills

Patient assessment

Care coordination

Clinical communication

Vital signs monitoring

Education

RN licensure (TN Board or Compact)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Department: Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
• Department: Advanced Heart Failure Clinic
• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assess patients with chronic or acute heart failure through physical exams, symptom review, health history evaluation and monitor vital signs and weight trends.
• Educate patients and families on heart failure management, medication adherence, and lifestyle changes
• Coordinate care plans with providers, including titrating medications per protocols.
• Manage incoming calls to assess symptoms, adjust care or refer to a physician.
• Act as a liaison between physicians and patients, facilitating follow-up appointments and diagnostic tests.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

One Or More Of The Following Required

• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. License eligible may be accepted.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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