Registered Nurse 2 OR - Main OR - General Surgery

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt Health is the region's largest comprehensive academic health system, dedicated to providing world-class care, education, and research. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where expertise is valued, knowledge is expanded, and uniqueness is celebrated. This Registered Nurse position is part of the General Surgery Team and involves applying the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, including education and continuum of care planning. The role requires effective communication with the healthcare team, collaboration in setting patient goals, and evaluation of progress. Continuous learning is encouraged to meet Board of Nursing standards.

Requirements

LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
1 year of experience

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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.
Additional duties may be assigned.