RN - Med Surg

Registered Nurse (RN)Location: Nashville, TNUnit Name: 6th, Post-Op Med/SurgNumber of Beds: 34Patient Ratios: 6:1Type of Equipment: IV Pumps, Telemetry, SCDs, Continuous Pulse Oximeters, Feeding Pumps, PCA, EKG Machines, Bladder Scanners, iMobile Communication TechnologyDocumentation System: MeditechScheduling Requirements: 3 twelve-hour shifts per week; 2 weekends (4 shifts) in a 4-week scheduleFloating Policy: Contract labor is the first to float; rotation applies when multiple contract labor staff are scheduledPatient Experience Expectations: Provide attentive and compassionate care; engage patients and families in care plans through bedside shift reports and personalized interactions.Certifications: Comprehensive Stroke Center, ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center, Certified Chest Pain CenterRequested Skill Set:Med/Surg ExperienceAbility to prioritize care and multitaskStart IVsBasic wound careMaintenance of surgical drains, nasogastric tubes, and chest tubesRequired Qualifications:Active RN licenseBLS certificationDress Code: Required uniform: Navy scrubs, tops, and bottomsAdditional Information:Please attach unit-specific policies and guidelines.Consider items such as new equipment or technology, staff tenure and experience, and schedule options to entice prospective candidates.