Registered Nurse, Trauma and Emergency General Surgery Clinic; Main campus

Registered Nurse, Trauma and Emergency General Surgery Clinic (Main campus)### Registered Nurse, Trauma and Emergency General Surgery Clinic (Main campus)
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Nashville, TN:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R-69937
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** Organization:
** Surgical Specialties Clinical
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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..
** Clinic

Hours:

** Monday - Friday 08:00 - 4:30pm, No Weekends, No Holidays, No on-call4 10's and Hybrid RN Remote Triage work available  We are seeking a dedicated
** Registered Nurse
** to join our Trauma and EGS Clinic team. In this role, you will work alongside skilled trauma surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional care to patients recovering from traumatic injuries.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a flexible collaborative environment, enjoys supporting a vulnerable patient population, and wants to play a vital role in helping patients on a healing journey.  
** What You'll Do
*** Perform independent RN triage
* Assist providers with in clinic procedures
* Perform pre-op and post op education and follow up
* Assist patients in navigating the post-trauma discharge via care coordination
* Clinic oversight of patient follow up scheduling
** What We're Looking For
*** RN with strong critical thinking and independent problem solving
* Team-oriented mindset and positive attitude
* Background in surgical care or ambulatory care
* Excellent and clear communication skills
* Ability to self organize and effectively prioritize independently
** Why Join Trauma and Emergency General Surgery?
*** Work with a highly skilled and dynamic trauma surgical team
* Collaborative and rewarding work environment
* Make a meaningful impact on patients' recovery journeys every day        

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
* 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…