Registered Nurse, Elective Surgery, PRN; Nights; VUH

Position: Registered Nurse, Elective Surgery, PRN (Nights) - VUH
## Registered Nurse, Elective Surgery, PRN (Nights) - VUHApply:
Nashville, TN:
Part time:
Posted Today:
R-62163
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** Organization:
** VUH 10S Elective Surgery Unit - A
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* Job Summary:

** Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards..
** SHIFT
* * The PRN requirement is 4 shifts in a six-week scheduling period. All 4 shifts will be on the night shift, 7p - 7am.  
** POSITION HIGHLIGHTS*
* ** Fast-Paced, Specialized Post-Surgical Care on a BRAND NEW unit opening 6/25/26!
** This dynamic 17-bed unit with a nurse to patient ratio of 1:5-6 that cares for
** adult patients ages 18 to 100
** who are admitted for
** planned, elective surgical procedures
** across multiple specialties—including general surgery, orthopedics, hernia, foregut and bariatric surgeries. Our patients are unique because they typically arrive with a clear surgical plan and a recovery pathway focused on rapid mobilization, pain management, and discharge readiness. Length of stay is generally
** 24 hours to 2–3 days**, which creates a predictable, structured workflow for nurses and providers.  
** Please note this is an  Inpatient  unit and not a surgery center opportunity.*
* ** Why 10S?*** ##
** Predictable and Structure workflow:
** as all surgeries are scheduled surgeries* *
* • Build Something New:
** Help open a new unit and shape a strong, supportive team culture  
** WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
*** At least 1 year of RN experience
* Nursing degree
* State or Compact License (TN license within 60 days of getting TN address even if compact license  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
* Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
* Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
* Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
* The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
* Evidence-Based Practice (Novice):
Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully search for evidence to answer clinical questions. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments.
* Care Planning (Novice):
Demonstrates ability to anticipate resource needs, identify distinct tasks, set priorities, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work within areas of direct responsibility. Competently handles multiple assignments often simultaneously by prioritizing work…