Registered Nurse Med Surg Float Pool

Ascension • Nashville, TN

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves providing expert nursing care across a wide range of specialties within the Med Surg Float Pool. The nurse will implement complex care plans, monitor patient conditions, and communicate with the medical team. They will act as a central point for patient care, coordinating efforts between physicians, therapists, and specialists. The nurse will carry out orders for specialized populations, rapidly assess and coordinate discharge and care needs, and serve as an advocate for patients.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR professional licensure at time of hire required.

Nice To Haves

• This position will serve Ascension Saint Thomas West, Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown (Nashville), Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford (Murfreesboro) and Ascension Saint Thomas River Park (McMinnville).

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care across a wide range of specialties, including Neurology, Orthopedics, Oncology, Observation, Pulmonary Post Thoracic Surgery, Renal Dialysis, Vascular and Medical Telemetry units.
• Implement complex care plans and vigilantly monitor patient conditions, ensuring seamless communication with the broader medical team.
• Act as the central hub for patient care, synchronizing efforts between physicians, therapists, and specialists for superior outcomes.
• Masterfully carry out orders for specialized populations, from post-thoracic recovery to renal and pulmonary care.
• Rapidly assess and coordinate discharge and care needs, serving as a steady, expert advocate for patients in ever-changing clinical environments.

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree