RN, Freestanding ER, Full time Midshift, Clarksville

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Clarksville, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time position in their Freestanding Emergency Room in Clarksville, working the midshift. VUMC, located in Nashville, Tennessee, is a leading institution in patient care, education, and research, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a significant impact. The RN will be responsible for administering patient care, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery, and achieving desired patient outcomes in alignment with VUMC's mission and policies. This role requires a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to be responsible for patient care assessment, direction, and supervision within the clinic setting, reporting to the Physician. The position emphasizes communication, empathy, and adherence to standards of practice, with the ability to work under limited supervision and adapt to changing needs. The nursing philosophy at VUMC highlights the importance of skilled nursing care in achieving excellent health and well-being for individuals, families, and communities.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of bio psychosocial and spiritual aspects of human behavior ranging from infancy to geriatrics.
Mechanism must be provided for contact of employee (i.e., cell phone, telephone, emergency contact).
Flexibility in schedule in order to meet the needs of the patients, community and staff.

Responsibilities

Administering patient care within the scope of training and expertise.
Collaborating with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.
Assessing, directing, and supervising patient care in the clinic setting.
Demonstrating effective communication skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers.
Delivering clinical practice utilizing standards of practice and in accordance with the hospitals mission & vision.
Working under limited supervision and following written and oral instructions.
Understanding the psychosocial and spiritual aspects of human behavior across all age groups.
Maintaining flexibility in schedule to meet the needs of patients, community, and staff.
Participating in performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
Maintaining licensure, required certification, and annual education requirements.
Demonstrating professional behavior with a positive outlook.
Knowledge and implementation of standardized PPE regarding the prevention/transmission of infectious disease/isolation processes.
Other duties as assigned.