RN Medical Surgical Nights

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski; Minor Hill (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as an RN for Medical Surgical Nights. In this role, you will provide essential nursing care, conduct patient assessments, and develop care plans. The position requires a commitment to quality improvement and patient safety. Candidates should possess a nursing degree, relevant experience, and necessary certifications. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional development and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of recent professional nursing experience.
• Active RN license in TN or compact state.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and document findings.
• Develop and review care plans with patients and families.
• Implement care plans and provide patient education.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

BSN

Job description

Join Our Team as an RN Medical Surgical Nights at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski

We are seeking qualified candidates for the RN Medical Surgical Nights role at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Head Nurse, the RN demonstrates proficiency in administering nursing fundamentals, contributes to assessments and care plans, and participates in evaluating nursing care. Responsibilities include managing care for individual patients or an entire patient population.

Organizational Expectations

• Provide a positive, professional representation of the organization.
• Promote a safety culture for patients and staff through proper identification, reporting, and prevention.
• Maintain a clean, quiet environment to enhance patient experience.
• Stay current with standards, trends, and practices in nursing.
• Follow infection control, medication, and controlled substance policies.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, legal standards, and confidentiality regulations.
• Deliver excellent customer service aligned with the organization’s values.

Essential Functions

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, document findings, and note changes.
• Develop and review care plans, involving patients and families in planning.
• Implement care plans safely and effectively, communicating with the healthcare team and providing patient education.
• Respond appropriately in emergencies and evaluate patient responses to care.

Leadership and Professional Development

• Support nursing standards and supervise nonprofessional staff.
• Participate in conferences, peer reviews, and ongoing education, including a minimum of 10 hours annually.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Minimum six months of recent professional nursing experience.
• Active RN license in TN or a compact state, with intent to obtain TN license within 30 days.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications or obtain within 90 days of hire.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare