Registered Nurse

Your future role at a glance Location: Murfreesboro, TN Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Department: Acute Care (Medical/Surgical), Critical Care (ICU), Emergency Services (ED), Surgical Services (OR), ICU Stepdown, Cardiac, Women’s Services, Post Surgical Schedule: Full Time – Rotating Days, Nights, Weekends Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up‑to‑date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role The Nurse Residency program is specifically designed for new Graduates and RNs with less than six months of experience in the Acute Care setting. Lead the coordination of care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure every patient receives a seamless, well‑rounded healing experience. Advocate for patient safety through continuous monitoring and clear communication of clinical changes, ensuring the right interventions happen at the right time. Empower patients and families by translating complex medical procedures into clear, understandable guidance, preparing them with confidence to manage their health at home. Master clinical excellence by performing comprehensive physical assessments and diagnostic tests that form the foundation of every patient’s personalized treatment plan. Support the transition to recovery by managing the end‑to‑end patient journey, from the initial admission assessment to the final discharge or transfer. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi‑state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing or required professional licensure at time of hire. What additional preferences we're seeking Qualifying candidates should graduate by June 2026. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud Prevention Notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E‑Verify Statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential