Registered Nurse Observation

Ascension; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Well-being support

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a PRN Registered Nurse for Night shift in Observation and Med Surg. You will provide direct nursing care under physician orders and hospital protocols, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support patient recovery.

The role requires Tennessee RN licensure and BLS within 30 days of hire; a diploma in nursing is accepted. Equal employment opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed in Tennessee before hire.
• Diploma in nursing or equivalent professional licensure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care while following protocols and orders.
• Monitor and adjust patient care plans based on assessments.
• Coordinate with doctors, therapists and specialists for unified care.
• Plan and execute safe discharge planning with multidisciplinary input.

Skills

RN Licensure

BLS within 1 month

Education

Diploma in Nursing

TN RN Licensure

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford

Specialty: Observation and Med Surg

Schedule: PRN | Nights

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 97,000+ 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.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Clinical Execution: Delivering direct nursing care while strictly adhering to organizational protocols and physician orders.
• Case Management: Implementing, monitoring, and adjusting individualized patient care plans based on real-time assessments.
• Interdisciplinary Coordination: Serving as the central hub for all medical disciplines (doctors, therapists, specialists) to ensure unified patient treatment.
• Strategic Discharge Planning: Evaluating and organizing the resources and steps necessary for a patient’s safe transition out of the facility.

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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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