Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adult patients with diverse medical and surgical needs. You will perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications, coordinate individualized care plans with physicians and therapists, and prioritize safety, infection control, and patient education.

Strong EHR documentation is essential.

Qualifications

• RN with strong clinical judgment across medical/surgical conditions.
• Proficient in medication administration and escalation of care.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Committed to safety and infection prevention.
• Capability to educate patients and families and document in EHR.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor changes.
• Administer medications and nursing interventions.
• Coordinate care plans with physicians, therapists, and the team.
• Prioritize safety, infection control, and patient education.
• Document assessments and outcomes in the EHR.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Infection control

EHR documentation

Education

Registered Nurse license

Job description

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

delivering compassionate, evidence-based care to adult patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and ongoing monitoring of complex clinical changes.


• Administer medications and provide nursing interventions based on clinical needs.


• Coordinate and support individualized care plans in partnership with physicians, therapists, and other team members.


• Prioritize patient safety, infection control, and effective patient education.


• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment and the ability to manage diverse medical/surgical conditions.


• Proficiency with medication administration, monitoring, and escalation of care as needed.


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to coordinate care across disciplines.


• Strong attention to safety standards and infection prevention practices.


• Ability to educate patients and families and maintain clear, accurate EHR documentation.