Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Murfreesboro, TN Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Department: PCU Schedule: Part time | Nights Sign-on Bonus: Up to $7500.00 Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive 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: 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 Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Deliver compassionate, expert care by executing patient care plans with precision, ensuring every clinical decision is centered on patient safety and comfort. Act as the primary coordinator for the interdisciplinary team, ensuring that communication flows seamlessly so every patient receives holistic, well-integrated care. Monitor and advocate for the patient by tracking health trends, documenting progress, and proactively communicating changes to the medical team to ensure timely, effective interventions. Bridge the gap to recovery by leading discharge planning efforts, ensuring patients and their families feel fully prepared, informed, and confident for their transition home. Execute high-standard clinical support by accurately carrying out medical orders, serving as a reliable and expert partner in the patient’s overall treatment strategy.
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 OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Responsibilities
- Deliver compassionate, expert care by executing patient care plans with precision, ensuring every clinical decision is centered on patient safety and comfort.
- Act as the primary coordinator for the interdisciplinary team, ensuring that communication flows seamlessly so every patient receives holistic, well-integrated care.
- Monitor and advocate for the patient by tracking health trends, documenting progress, and proactively communicating changes to the medical team to ensure timely, effective interventions.
- Bridge the gap to recovery by leading discharge planning efforts, ensuring patients and their families feel fully prepared, informed, and confident for their transition home.
- Execute high-standard clinical support by accurately carrying out medical orders, serving as a reliable and expert partner in the patient’s overall treatment strategy.
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: 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
