Advanced ICU Nurse - Full time

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital
Schedule: Full time, rotating days & nights
Team Environment: Work with a highly collaborative team of physicians, APPs, and residents.
Experience Required: Seeking candidates with 3+ years of experience in Pulmonary / Critical Care in Advanced Nursing.
Daily multi-disciplinary rounding in a 50-bed mixed med-surg ICU.
About the Hospital
Modern 407-bed facility: Currently adding 36 high-acuity beds, 18 new CCU beds, additional NICU bassinets, and new post-surgery bays.
Renowned care: Strong reputation for Women's Services (Level II NICU) and a well-established heart surgery program.
Academic partner: Collaborates with UTHSC to train medical residents across multiple specialties, including internal medicine and general surgery.
Features a 50-bed mixed med-surg Critical Care Unit (CCU) supporting multidisciplinary, comprehensive care.
Physician-led, collaborative culture
National network with local autonomy
Mission-centered care rooted in service
Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
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.
Master's degree of Nursing required.

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
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
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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Team Environment: Work with a highly collaborative team of physicians, APPs, and residents.
Experience Required: Seeking candidates with 3+ years of experience in Pulmonary / Critical Care in Advanced Nursing.
Daily multi-disciplinary rounding in a 50-bed mixed med-surg ICU.
About the Hospital
Modern 407-bed facility: Currently adding 36 high-acuity beds, 18 new CCU beds, additional NICU bassinets, and new post-surgery bays.
Renowned care: Strong reputation for Womenâs Services (Level II NICU) and a well-established heart surgery program.
Academic partner: Collaborates with UTHSC to train medical residents across multiple specialties, including internal medicine and general surgery.
Features a 50-bed mixed med-surg Critical Care Unit (CCU) supporting multidisciplinary, comprehensive care.
Physician-led, collaborative culture
National network with local autonomy
Mission-centered care rooted in service
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
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.
Master's degree of Nursing required.