Registered Nurse, Neonatal ICU, FT Nights - Tullahoma

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Tullahoma, TN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse plans, organizes, and administers patient care within the scope of their training and expertise. The nurse collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes, in accordance with hospital objectives and policies and the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act. This position is in the Nursery organization and is a full-time night role, scheduled for 36 hours per week from 7 PM to 7 AM. Weekends, holidays, and on-call work are required. A relocation stipend may be available to eligible new hires based on mileage. Vanderbilt Health describes its nursing philosophy as specialized nursing care that advances quality in patient care, education, and research. Nurses provide compassionate care to patients and families and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on health and well-being.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved nursing program (required).
Registered Nurse licensure (LIC-Registered Nurse).
Relevant work experience; the listed experience level is less than 1 year.
Work weekends, holidays, and on-call as required.

Responsibilities

Collaborate in establishing the plan of care and coordinate and implement care delivery while anticipating patient needs across the continuum.
Analyze comprehensive information relevant to patient care and management to determine nursing diagnoses.
Use the nursing process to evaluate patient progress toward goals and apply appropriate interventions to support effective outcomes.
Employ strategies that promote health and a safe, healthy environment.
Fulfill additional duties as assigned.
Provide patient education and contribute to care planning and patient assessment and evaluation.
Meet safety and regulatory requirements, perform routine safety checks, and address quality issues promptly.
Support colleagues through communication, relationship building, guidance, and ongoing development.
Manage resources responsibly, use data to identify opportunities, and adapt to changes and new technologies.