Acute Care RN

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Registered Nurse performs direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act. Utilizes therapeutic communication in daily practice. Maintains a safe therapeutic environment. Identifies nursing problems as they relate to the individual needs of the patient. Registered Nurse plans individualized patient care while utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Participates in performance improvement activities. Provides care and coordinates participation that fosters the goals of the hospital’s mission and vision statement.

When acting in charge nurse role, registered nurses are responsible for day-to-day activities to ensure the delivery of quality patient care in a therapeutic environment. Make staff assignments based on patient need, acuity and the skill of the staff. Serve as role models and clinical resource for the staff. Respond in a timely manner to requests for information or follow-up with physician, staff or patient issues.

What You Will Do in This Role

• Assess, plan, and evaluate the patients care needs.
• Administer prescribed medications, change dressings, clean wounds, and monitor vital signs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using computerized documentation systems.
• Instruct and educate patients and families as part of a multidisciplinary care planning team.

Qualifications You Will Need

• Registered Nurse from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Licensure with the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
• Current BLS/CPR certification within 6 months of hire.
• One year of clinical nursing experience preferred.

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services, time away from work programs, paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.

About Parkridge Medical Center

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital located near downtown Chattanooga. We offer comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services, including cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. Services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility features a state-of-the-art neurosurgery program and access to OB-GYN services, as well as a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.