Registered Nurse (RN) | Stepdown | South | FT Days
About The Position
The Registered Nurse delivers and coordinates nursing care for patients within a multidisciplinary team, using the nursing process to provide comprehensive, high-quality care. The role provides compassionate, patient-centered support to patients and families through emotional challenges and crises, prioritizes safety, and seeks optimal outcomes through evidence-based practice. The nurse educates and advocates for patients and families, helping them access the knowledge and resources needed for treatment and self-care. The position also demonstrates professionalism and upholds the MLH Mission, Vision, and Values, serving as a role model for excellence in nursing practice. The Registered Nurse conducts comprehensive assessments, develops and adjusts individualized care plans, safely administers medications, provides education, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams. The nurse directs and delegates patient-care activities on nursing units.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing.
- Registered Nurse license from the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
- Comprehensive understanding of patient care and the ability to conduct thorough assessments using the nursing process.
- Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.
- Ability to use critical thinking to process complex clinical information and develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.
- Ability to delegate tasks effectively and work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency, such as barcode scanning and electronic health records.
- Registered Nurse experience: 0–1 years.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- Clinical nursing experience: 1–3 years.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments to determine appropriate interventions and develop individualized care plans.
- Provide patients and families with education about care plans, medications, and self-care strategies.
- Develop, implement, and adjust personalized patient care plans based on ongoing clinical assessments.
- Administer medications safely, following best practices in medication management.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.
- Direct and delegate patient-care activities on nursing units.
- Support patients and families through emotional challenges and crises, and advocate for their treatment and self-care needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
