Registered Nurse Med Surg

nashvillegeneralhospital; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Retirement Plan

Shift and Weekend Differential Pay onN

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Nashville General Hospital is seeking an experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) for our Med Surg Unit. This 18-bed unit maintains a 4:1 patient ratio and emphasizes quality care for patients and families.

The RN will plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care, administer medications, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure positive outcomes. Strong clinical and communication skills are required in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current Licensure to practice as an RN in Tennessee or compact state.
• BLS required at hire; ACLS, Chemotherapy Competency and CPI required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Admitting and assessing patients.
• Administering medication and treatments.
• Monitoring vital signs and symptoms.
• Running and ordering tests.
• Coordinating care with Physicians and Specialists.
• Charting patient progress.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Chemotherapy Competency

CPI within 90 days

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Nashville General Hospital is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) for our Med Surg Unit who will embrace our commitment to providing quality care to every patient and family member. This is an 18-bed unit with a 4:1 patient ratio.

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating the nursing care given to Med/Surg patients. You will have patient contact during immediate pre, intra, and immediate post-operative periods. As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. This includes administering medications, coordinating patient care activities, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure positive patient outcomes. The ideal candidate should possess excellent clinical and communication skills, as well as a strong ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

As a Med Surg RN you will be responsible for:

• Admitting and assessing patients
• Administering medication and treatments
• Monitoring vital signs and symptoms
• Running and ordering tests
• Coordinating care with Physicians and Specialists
• Charting Patient Progress

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma. Bachelors Degree in Nursing Preferred.
• Current Licensure or permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee or compact state.
• Employee must have valid BLS upon hire. ACLS, Chemotherapy Competency and CPI are required within 90 days of hire.

About Nashville General Hospital

Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville’s original community- based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community

Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses
• Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
• Life Insurance -Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage at no cost to you
• Retirement Plan- eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution
• Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
• Tuition Reimbursement for Employee and Dependents
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Up to 12 paid holidays each Year
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Parking for all employees
• HRSA eligible Employer (Loan Forgiveness Program)