Surgical Services RN - Patient-Centered Care in Surgery

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN is seeking an RN to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process, coordinate care with providers, and ensure safety and quality outcomes.

The role requires strong assessment, documentation, medication administration, and collaboration with the team, with ongoing professional development and adherence to infection control.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting.
• RN licensure required; Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred per facility guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with policies and the nursing process.
• Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings; reports changes to care team.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors for side effects.
• Collaborates with physicians and nurses to develop, implement, and evaluate care plans.
• Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life-saving interventions as appropriate.
• Maintains infection control and safety standards; documents care thoroughly in medical records.
• Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and current nursing standards.

Skills

Nursing process expertise

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Infection control

Job description

Tennova Healthcare- Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN is seeking an RN to deliver patient-centered care using the nursing process, coordinate care with providers, and ensure safety and quality outcomes.

The role requires strong assessment, documentation, medication administration, and collaboration with the team, with ongoing professional development and adherence to infection control.