Registered Nurse, Cardiac Medicine Stepdown, Night Shift - VUH

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: 8S Cohort 40 Job Summary: Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards. . SHIFT - N ight shift position with a minimum weekend requirement of 4 shifts per 6-week schedule. Join a fast-paced, collaborative team on 8 South, a 24-bed Cardiology Stepdown Unit caring for adult patients with a wide range of cardiovascular and vascular conditions. This unit provides specialized stepdown care for patients recovering from events such as STEMIs, heart failure exacerbations, and post-operative cardiothoracic surgeries. Patient Population Includes : Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) Arrhythmias & VT Ablations Pre- and Post-Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeries Why Join 8 South? Team-Oriented Culture: Strong collaboration and peer support Night Shift Opportunity: Minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule Leadership Support: Engaged leadership and Nursing Education Specialist support Comprehensive Orientation: 7–9 week program with cardiac-focused training and precepted shifts Growth-Focused Environment: Ideal for nurses aiming to advance in cardiovascular care

Requirements

LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
1 year Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Responsibilities

Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.