Registered Nurse Telemetry

Location: Nashville, TN | Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown | Specialty: Telemetry | Schedule: Day shift, Full-time

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 97,000+ 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based nursing care, ensuring every intervention aligns with the highest safety standards and organizational protocols.
• Monitor and communicate real-time patient status to the care team, enabling swift, life-saving clinical decisions.
• Coordinate care efforts across multiple specialties, acting as the central hub between hospitalists, cardiologists, and NPs to provide a seamless, high-quality patient experience.
• Execute advanced clinical skills, including cardiac drip titration and ACLS protocols, to provide expert-level support for our most high-acuity patients.
• Manage the full discharge process, ensuring patients and families transition from the unit with clarity and confidence.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• 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.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• See Requirements section.

Preferred:

• 6+ months of acute care nursing experience.

Benefits

• 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.
• Career growth: 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.