Are you enthusiastic about enhancing the patient experience? At our organization, we are dedicated to providing care with integrity and purpose. We treat our patients like family! Begin your journey as a Medical ICU Nurse with us today.
Benefits
Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our team members. The available plans and programs include:
- Extensive medical coverage that includes many common services at little to no cost. This encompasses prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, along with complimentary telemedicine services and AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (such as accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal assistance, long-term care coverage, moving support, pet insurance, and more.
- Complimentary counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellness.
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of your salary, depending on your years of service.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering a 10% discount on company stock.
- Family support through fertility and family-building benefits with Progyny, as well as adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repairs, event planning, and more.
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and other programs.
- Retirement readiness services, rollover assistance, and preferred banking partnerships.
- Education assistance including tuition support, student loan help, certification aid, and scholarships for dependents.
- A colleague recognition program.
- Time Away From Work Program that includes paid time off, paid family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
- Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free coverage for full-time and part-time employees based on income.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may differ by location.
Join our team as a Medical ICU Nurse. We are committed to serving our community! Last year, our organization and its employees contributed $13.8 million to charitable causes. Apply today!
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Registered Nurse delivers direct patient care in accordance with the Registered Nurse Practice Act.
Utilizing therapeutic communication in daily interactions, you will maintain a safe and supportive environment. You will identify nursing challenges based on the unique needs of each patient.
As a Registered Nurse, you will develop personalized patient care plans while employing an interdisciplinary approach. You will engage in performance improvement initiatives and provide care that aligns with the hospital's mission and vision.
In the role of charge nurse, you will oversee daily operations to ensure quality patient care in a therapeutic setting. You will assign staff based on patient needs, acuity, and staff skills, serving as a role model and clinical resource. Timely responses to inquiries from physicians, staff, or patients will be essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, plan, and evaluate patient care needs while executing physician orders.
- Administer prescribed medications, change dressings, clean wounds, and monitor vital signs.
- Document and communicate patient conditions appropriately using computerized systems.
- Educate patients and families as part of a Multidisciplinary Care Planning team.
- Identify nursing issues related to individual patient needs and create tailored care plans using an interdisciplinary approach.
Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse from an accredited nursing program.
- Current licensure with the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within six months of hire.
- Preferred one year of clinical nursing experience.
Our facility is a 270+ bed hospital located near downtown Chattanooga, offering a wide range of diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These include cardiovascular surgery, cancer treatment, intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. We also feature a state-of-the-art neurosurgery program, OB-GYN services, and a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), along with behavioral health treatment centers for both children and adults.
“The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient’s family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., Co-Founder
If you seek a fulfilling opportunity that promotes personal growth, we invite you to apply for the Medical ICU Nurse position. We review all applications promptly, and highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock your potential and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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