Registered Nurse: Transform Care in a Collaborative Team

Meharry Medical College; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Meharry Medical College in Lexington, MA seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver patient care under the supervision of the Nurse Manager. The RN will assist in assessments, administer medications, and document clinical data in compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork within an interdisciplinary treatment approach. Preferred candidates hold TN RN licensure, 6–12 months of related experience, and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• RN training and TN licensure required.
• Six months to one year of related experience.
• Experience with substance use disorders preferred.
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation experience preferred.
• Ability to work in interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• BCLS/CPR certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical care under RN supervision and assist in assessments and treatments; record vital signs and collect specimens.
• Administer medications and ensure proper control of medications; report at shift changes.
• Participate in treatment planning and educate patients on health, hygiene, nutrition, and prenatal topics.
• Attend nursing monthly meetings and required trainings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Crisis intervention

Basic Life Support

Education

RN licensure (TN)

Six months to one year related experience

Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Job description

Meharry Medical College in Lexington, MA seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver patient care under the supervision of the Nurse Manager. The RN will assist in assessments, administer medications, and document clinical data in compliance with standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork within an interdisciplinary treatment approach. Preferred candidates hold TN RN licensure, 6–12 months of related experience, and BCLS certification.