What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN-Registered Nurse / Progressive Care position at Ascension?
RN- PCU
PRN, Days
Murfreesboro, TN
Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
Our progressive care unit is expanding! We are a 36 bed unit who care for a diverse patient population including those diagnosed with MI, CHF, Stroke, Respiratory Failure, Kidney Failure, and\or are otherwise acutely ill. We will have tech support on the unit. RN’s will manage various cardiac drips, bipaps, highflow oxygen, insulin drips, and PD while collaborating and coordinating care across many departments.
Our Stepdown Unit is now part of the new Caregiver Model- you are eligible to receive a quarterly incentive based on unit performance on key metrics. The incentive plan will have a quarterly measurement period, effective the following month in which a new quarter begins and will be paid according to the incentive policy.
Saint Thomas Rutherford Hospital is the leading healthcare provider in Rutherford County and we continue to grow our services in order to meet the healthcare needs of our community. Our mission is to serve all persons, with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable, while improving the health of individuals and communities.
You will work side by side with the best nursing staff and teammates while receiving top notch training to further your long-term career with our PCU team.
What You Will Do
Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
- Implement and monitor patient care plans. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.
- Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
- Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
- Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
What You Will Need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- One or more of the following 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.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
Additional Preferences
No additional preferences.
Why Join Our Team
As one of the largest health systems in the state, we offer rewarding careers across eight hospitals, in addition to a comprehensive network of affiliated joint ventures, medical practices, clinics and rehabilitation facilities. We employ more than 8,000 associates and serve a 68-county area. As we continue to grow, we need compassionate caregivers to join us on our journey and to help influence care across our hospitals. We provide our associates with the support needed to re-energize, engage and experience the joy of caring for our patients. If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we invite you to apply today.
When you join Ascension, you join a team of over 150,000 individuals across the country committed to a Mission of serving others and providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Our inclusive culture, continuing education programs, career coaches and benefit offerings are just a few of the resources and tools that team members can use to create a rewarding career path. In fact, Ascension spent nearly $46 million in tuition assistance alone to support associate growth and development. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today.
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