Registered Nurse Critical Care

Ascension • Murfreesboro, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves delivering compassionate, high-quality nursing care to support patient safety, comfort, and positive health outcomes. The nurse will develop and manage individualized care plans, closely monitoring patient progress and adjusting care to meet changing needs. Key responsibilities include communicating patient updates clearly with physicians and the care team to ensure timely decisions and seamless care delivery, coordinating care across disciplines, and guiding discharge planning to help patients and families transition safely.

Requirements

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality nursing care that supports patient safety, comfort, and positive health outcomes.
• Develop and manage individualized care plans, closely monitoring patient progress and adjusting care to meet changing needs.
• Communicate patient updates clearly with physicians and the care team to ensure timely decisions and seamless care delivery.
• Coordinate care across disciplines, bringing together providers, therapists, and support staff to create a smooth and effective patient experience.
• Guide discharge planning, helping patients and families transition safely from hospital to home or the next level of care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree