Registered Nurse, Trauma and Emergency General Surgery Clinic (Main campus)

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

21h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse applies the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, provide patient and family education, coordinate care across the continuum, communicate pertinent information to the healthcare team, and collaborate on patient goals and outcomes. The role is part of Vanderbilt Health’s Trauma and Emergency General Surgery Clinic, working with trauma surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to care for patients recovering from traumatic injuries. The RN performs independent triage, assists providers with in-clinic procedures, provides preoperative and postoperative education and follow-up, coordinates care to help patients navigate post-trauma discharge, and oversees patient follow-up scheduling. The position requires sound clinical judgment, organization, prioritization, effective communication, and a collaborative approach. The clinic operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no weekends, holidays, or on-call duties. Four 10-hour shifts and hybrid remote RN triage work are available.

Requirements

Registered Nurse licensure.
Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
One year of relevant work experience.
Strong critical thinking and independent problem-solving skills.
Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude.
Excellent, clear communication skills.
Ability to organize work and prioritize independently.

Nice To Haves

Background in surgical care or ambulatory care.

Responsibilities

Collaborate in establishing, coordinating, and implementing the plan of care while anticipating patient needs across the continuum.
Analyze patient information to determine nursing diagnoses and support patient management.
Evaluate patient progress toward goals and apply appropriate nursing interventions.
Promote health and maintain a safe environment.
Perform independent RN triage.
Assist providers with in-clinic procedures.
Provide preoperative and postoperative education and follow-up.
Coordinate care to help patients navigate post-trauma discharge.
Oversee patient follow-up scheduling.
Communicate pertinent patient and family information to the healthcare team.
Engage in learning activities to support professional growth in accordance with Board of Nursing standards.