Registered Nurse (RN) Med Surg Transplant | University | FT Days

Join Us At MemphisIf you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.Responsible for delivering and coordinating nursing care for patients within a multidisciplinary team, utilizing the nursing process to ensure comprehensive, high-quality care. Provides compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting patients and families through emotional challenges and crises. Prioritizes patient safety and strives for optimal care outcomes through evidence-based practice. Educates and advocates for both patients and their families, empowering them with the knowledge and resources needed for treatment and self-care. Demonstrates professionalism and upholds the MLH Mission, Vision, and Values, serving as a role model for excellence in nursing practice.This position is eligible for sponsorship. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.What You Will DoConducts comprehensive nursing assessments to determine appropriate interventions and develop individualized care plans.Provides patient and family education on care plans, medications, and self-care strategies.Develops, implements, and adjusts personalized patient care plans based on ongoing clinical assessments.Administers medications safely, following best practices in medication management.Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.Education/Formal Training RequirementsRequired - Associates Degree NursingPreferred - Bachelor's Degree NursingWork Experience RequirementsRequired - Registered Nurse 0-1 yearsPreferred - Clinical nursing 1-3 yearsLicenses and Certifications RequirementsRequired - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of NursingRequired - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart AssociationKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesComprehensive understanding of patient care, including the ability to conduct thorough assessments using the nursing process.Strong knowledge of the Nurse Practice Act and the scope of practice for a Registered Nurse.Ability to process complex clinical information using critical thinking to develop, implement, and support individualized care plans.Ability to effectively delegate tasks to team members, ensuring a collaborative, team-based approach to delivering high-quality patient care.Familiarity with healthcare technology that enhances patient safety and care efficiency (e.g., bar code scanning, electronic health records).Supervision Provided by this PositionThe Registered Nurse directs and delegates all patient care activities on nursing units.Physical DemandsThe physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.Must have good balance and coordination.The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.