Registered Nurse, Elective Surgery Unit - PRN, VUH

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Elective Surgery Unit at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) applies the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. This role involves effectively communicating pertinent patient/family information to the healthcare team, collaborating in establishing patient goals, and evaluating progress to ensure effective outcomes. The RN will also further professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to Board of Nursing standards. This is a PRN position requiring 3 shifts in a six-week scheduling period. The role is on a BRAND NEW 17-bed unit opening 6/25/26, focusing on fast-paced, specialized post-surgical care for adult patients (18-100) admitted for planned, elective surgical procedures across multiple specialties. Patient care is focused on rapid mobilization, pain management, and discharge readiness, with a typical length of stay of 24 hours to 2-3 days, creating a predictable, structured workflow. This is an Inpatient unit, not a surgery center opportunity.

Requirements

At least 1 year of RN experience
Nursing degree
State or Compact License (TN license within 60 days of getting TN address even if compact license)
LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

Nice To Haves

Evidence-Based Practice (Novice)
Care Planning (Novice)
Nursing Patient Education (Novice)
Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice)

Responsibilities

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.
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.