Med-Surg Nurse (RN) in Nashville, TN in Berry Hill, TN

A healthcare opportunity is available in Nashville, TN, offering a dynamic contract nursing role focused on medical-surgical and orthopedic/spine patient care. This position caters to nurses who excel in fast-paced environments and have a minimum of one year of medical-surgical nursing experience.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:
• Active RN license with at least 1 year of medical-surgical nursing experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred but optional
• Strong assessment skills, critical thinking, prioritization, and time management
• Ability to quickly adapt and learn in a busy clinical setting
• Professional demeanor characterized by punctuality, organization, teamwork, and effective communication

Location:
This role is based in the Nashville, Tennessee area, known for its vibrant healthcare community and cultural attractions. Nashville combines the charm of southern hospitality with access to excellent amenities and recreational opportunities, making it a desirable location to live and work.

Responsibilities:
• Provide comprehensive care for a diverse medical-surgical patient population, including orthopedic and spine patients, stable trauma cases, and psych medical holds
• Perform a wide range of nursing procedures such as post-catheterization care without intervention, thoracentesis, paracentesis, and support for peritoneal dialysis and continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)
• Collaborate effectively within RN/LPN teams along with patient care technicians
• Utilize clinical equipment such as Alaris pumps, telemetry, wound vacs, chest tubes, and specialty beds
• Maintain accurate documentation using Meditech electronic health records
• Participate in unit floating as needed and comply with scheduling policies including at least one weekend shift every four weeks

Benefits and Perks:
• Flexible scheduling with opportunities for overtime and shift incentives
• Supportive team environment with experienced staff and strong leadership communication
• Access to advanced tools and technologies including bladder scanners, 12-lead EKG machines, and digital apps enhancing patient care and workflow
• Work within a recognized unit honored as a Unit of Distinction and part of a hospital with multiple accreditations and awards for excellence

This contract position offers an excellent chance to advance your nursing career within a well-equipped and collaborative medical-surgical and orthopedic unit. Qualified candidates who meet the experience and certification requirements are encouraged to apply promptly to secure their place on this dedicated team.