Registered Nurse Circulator Operating Room Days Tullahoma

Vanderbilt Health; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Tennessee seeks a dedicated Registered Nurse to plan, organize, and administer patient care within the scope of practice. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective outcomes in alignment with hospital policies and Tennessee Nurse Practice Act.

The role involves a full-time schedule of 36 hours per week across four 10-hour shifts, with some weekends and call requirements.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in good standing.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with relevant clinical training.
• Ability to perform comprehensive nursing assessments and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
• Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress toward goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Nursing patient assessment

Nursing patient education

Care planning

Evidence-based nutrition practice

Education

Licensure as Registered Nurse (RN)

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program

Job description

Overview

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee. Vanderbilt Health aims to advance health and wellness through programs in patient care, education, and research.

Organization

Surgical Services

Job Summary

Responsible for planning, organizing, and administering patient care within the scope of the applicant's training and expertise, collaborating with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. This is done in conjunction with the objectives and policies of the hospital and the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Tennessee.

Shift/Hours

Full time; 36 hours per week across 4 10-hour shifts. Tuesday–Friday 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., with some weekends, weekday call, and 1 holiday call. Call begins after the normal shift at 5:30 p.m. Typically 3–4 call days per month and at least 1 weekend call (Saturday or Sunday 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.). Occasional overtime may be required; this is volunteer-based. Must live within 30 minutes of the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
• Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress toward goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Technical Capabilities

• NURSING PATIENT ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION HOME CARE (NOVICE): Possesses fundamental proficiency to assess and evaluate patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty in the home setting. Performs autonomous care under physician orders, conducts patient interviews, assesses home safety, and performs a comprehensive physical assessment.
• Nursing Patient Education (Novice): Provides fundamental patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
• Care Planning (Novice): Anticipates resource needs, prioritizes tasks, schedules activities, meets deadlines, and organizes work within direct responsibility areas. Adapts to changes in patient care and area needs with minimal disruption.
• Evidence-Based Nutrition Practice (Novice): Searches for nutrition evidence to answer clinical questions and generally works under supervision.

Our Nursing Philosophy

We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s mission of quality in patient care, education, and research. Nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families, and communities achieve excellent health and well-being.

As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee, you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Current employee benefits include:

• Affordable high-quality health plan options
• Dental and/or vision plan
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (flex PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums apply)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Subsidized backup childcare
• And many more. Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program!

Achieve the Remarkable

Learn more about VUMC Nursing here.

Core Accountabilities

Organizational Impact: Executes responsibilities with understanding of how output affects related areas. Problem Solving/Complexity: Analyzes moderately complex problems with technical experience and judgment. Knowledge: Expanded knowledge gained through professional experience. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance to team members.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues: Develops self and others; builds relationships; communicates effectively. Delivering Excellent Services: Serves others with compassion; solves complex problems; offers meaningful advice and support. Ensuring High Quality: Performs excellent work; ensures continuous improvement; fulfills safety and regulatory requirements. Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates accountability; manages resources; makes data-driven decisions. Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas; applies technology; adapts to change.

Position Qualifications

Certifications: LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others

Work Experience: Relevant work experience

Experience Level: Less than 1 year

Education: Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.