RN Internal Agency | University Float Pool - ED | Nights

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals is seeking a Registered Nurse for a 13-week temporary full-time assignment at Methodist University Hospital, supporting the emergency department and acute care units. The role requires providing specialized patient care, facilitating continuous improvement, and demonstrating leadership within the clinical setting.

The ideal candidate must have an Associate’s Degree in Nursing and at least one year of experience in acute care. Certifications in BLS and ACLS are also required, alongside a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in an acute-care environment, with two years in an acute-care hospital setting.
• Registered Nurse (TN) certification required by the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing assessment and care to patients and families.
• Promote evidence-based practices in the clinical setting.
• Direct and delegate patient care activities on nursing units.

Skills

Flexible and versatile in meeting changing staffing demands

Analytical skills to assess complex patient conditions

Proficiency in applying technical principles of nursing practice

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Overview

The RN/Internal Agency position is a 13‑week temporary full‑time assignment supporting emergency department and other acute care units at Methodist University Hospital. The role requires a Registered Nurse to deliver specialized patient care, participate in continuous improvement, and lead within the clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practice excellence through specialized nursing assessment, care, evaluation and education to patients and families in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Promote evidence‑based practice by using research to develop, implement and evaluate process standards such as plans of care, protocols and guidelines.
• Provide leadership excellence in the clinical practice area, modeling professional behavior and fostering an environment of growth and learning.
• Demonstrate commitment to learning excellence through ongoing professional development and clinical expertise.
• Show role clarity through professional competence, expertise and knowledge, supporting the nursing profession via role‑modeling.
• Promote cultural excellence by recognizing and appreciating cultural, ethnic, and generational diversity.

Education and Experience

Associate’s Degree in Nursing. 1–3 years of experience in an acute‑care environment; at least two years in an acute‑care hospital setting.

Skills and Abilities

• Flexible and versatile in meeting changing staffing demands.
• Analytical skills to assess complex patient conditions and develop comprehensive plans of care.
• Ability to synthesize multiple sources of information to resolve complex problems.
• Proficiency in applying technical principles, concepts and techniques central to nursing practice.

Licensing and Certifications

• Registered Nurse (TN), Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Basic Life Support – American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support – American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support – American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – American Heart Association

Supervision

The Registered Nurse directs and delegates all patient care activities on nursing units.

Physical Demands

• Climbing, pushing, standing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, repetitive motion.
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• Requires close visual acuity, including color, depth perception, and field of vision.
• Exposure to patient body fluids, hazardous or poisonous materials; ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Schedule

Positions require a flexible schedule according to agreed commitment level.