Registered Nurse - Acute Care, Emergency Department, Full-Time, Variable
MEP Health · Maryville, TN · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Role Overview: Provides clinical leadership in an acute inpatient setting, focusing on patient and family-centered care. Demonstrates clinical competency through evidence-based nursing practices across assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and outcomes. Ensures safety, quality, and compliance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and the South Carolina Nurse Practice Act. Collects patient data, recognizes changes in condition, and develops individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.Updates care plans based on patient responses, sets measurable goals, and ensures smooth discharge planning.Provides direct patient care, delegates tasks appropriately, and monitors care quality.Maintains a safe environment, uses performance indicators for quality improvement, and revises care based on ongoing assessments.Educates patients and families, communicates effectively with the healthcare team, and advocates for patient needs.Ensures documentation is accurate and timely, and maintains professional licensure and competency through ongoing education.Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Skills Associate degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's preferred.One year of RN experience or equivalent through residency or LPN experience.Current RN license recognized in the state of practice.Strong knowledge of safety protocols, quality standards, and patient advocacy.