Registered Nurse, Freestanding ED, Night Shift, TempForce - VCH

Vanderbilt Health; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 56,826 - 80,934; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Assignment in the same hospital

Premium Pay ($50/hr)

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health offers a 13-week short-term RN assignment at Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital in Clarksville, TN. The role includes premium pay of $50 per hour and may require floating between units within the same hospital. Night shift hours are 6:45p-7:15a, with typical 36-40 hours per week depending on unit needs.

Licensure includes Tennessee RN, with required BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. The position emphasizes nursing process, patient education, and collaboration with the care team

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Tennessee licensure.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
• 1 year ED RN experience; 2+ years preferred.
• Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in establishing the plan of care and coordinates care across the continuum.
• Analyzes information to determine nursing diagnoses and management.
• Continuously evaluates patient progress and applies interventions to achieve outcomes.
• Promotes health and maintains a safe environmental care setting.

Education

RN licensure in Tennessee

Job description

Overview

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville, Tennessee. Vanderbilt Health aims to advance health and wellness through patient care, education, and research, with a commitment to an environment where all staff can thrive.

Organization: TempForce Nursing Collab

Job Summary

Applies the nursing process to plan and manage care for complex patients. Recognizes learning needs and prepares individual teaching plans for patients and families, and demonstrates effective patient education. Ensures a comprehensive continuum of care in collaboration with the health care team. Demonstrates effective communication and conflict-resolution skills, ensures evidence-based care, and continuously monitors patient outcomes. Engages in professional growth through learning activities aligned with Board of Nursing standards. Floats across entities to fulfill role requirements.

The Vanderbilt Medical Center Staffing Collaborative supports nurse staffing needs as a system-wide resource. This structure allows alternative nursing employment at VUMC, including 13-week assignments within a specific unit. The assignment includes premium pay and optional health benefits.

Assignment Details

Short-Term Assignment Key Benefits:

• Premium Pay - $50/hr
• Medical Insurance benefits available through Temp Force
• Assignment in the same hospital (may float between units)
• RNs typically work 36 - 40 hours per week based on unit needs

Assignment Duration: 13 weeks

Locations Available: Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital - Clarksville, TN

Unit Available: Freestanding ED

Shifts: Night shift (6:45p-7:15a)

Qualifications

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration (LCR):

• Registered Nurse
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS

Core Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse Required
• Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program (or equivalent experience)
• 1 year of recent ED RN experience; Preferred 2 or more years of recent ED RN experience

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 progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
• Additional duties may be assigned.

Technical Capabilities

• Care Planning (Novice): Anticipates resource needs, sets priorities, schedules activities, and organizes work within responsibility areas; adapts to changes with minimal disruption.
• Nursing Patient Education (Novice): Provides patient education with fundamental proficiency.
• Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice): Performs primary care patient interviews and examinations; gathers pertinent clinical data to aid in referral or care pathways.
• Evidence-Based Practice (Novice): Searches for clinical evidence; generally works under supervision.

Core Accountabilities

Organizational impact: executes responsibilities with awareness of how output affects related areas. Problem solving and complexity: analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of knowledge: developed through professional experience. Team interaction: provides informal guidance and support 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; stewarding resources; makes data‑driven decisions. Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas; applies technology; adapts to change.

Position Qualifications

Responsibilities:

Certifications: LIC-Registered Nurse - Tennessee

Work Experience: Relevant work experience

Experience Level: 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 including health, disability, retirement, and wellness offerings to enhance well-being and professional growth.

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