Registered Nurse Med Surg General Surgery

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a highly committed registered nurse for night shift at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown in Nashville, TN. You will provide direct nursing care to adults with GI and vascular needs, adhering to safety standards and delivering compassionate care.

The role requires Tennessee RN licensure, BLS with 30 days, and 6+ months of acute care experience. You will collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure smooth discharge planning and education.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Tennessee prior to hire.
• 6+ months of acute care nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, direct nursing care for adult patients with complex GI and Vascular needs, ensuring safety standards are met.
• Monitor and communicate real-time patient conditions to the care team for swift clinical decisions.
• Execute physician and nursing orders with precision to translate interventions into recovery milestones.
• Lead discharge planning and education to prepare patients and families for a successful transition home.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN

• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown

• Specialty: General Surgery

• Schedule: Night Shift | Weekends

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver high-quality, direct nursing care for adult patients with complex GI and Vascular needs, ensuring every action aligns with the highest safety standards.

• Monitor and communicate real‑time patient conditions to the care team, enabling swift clinical decisions and personalized adjustments to care plans.

• Execute physician and nursing orders with precision, ensuring medical interventions are translated into tangible recovery milestones.

• Prepare patients and their families for a successful transition home by leading comprehensive discharge planning and education.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

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

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

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

Additional Preferences:

• 6+ months of acute care nursing experience

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: 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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 35.97

Max Salary 50.77