Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Medicine Stepdown, Night Shift - VUH
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Medicine Stepdown, Night Shift - VUH
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Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.
Organization 8S Cohort 40
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 - Night shift position with a minimum weekend requirement of 4 shifts per 6‑week schedule.
Join a fast‑paced, collaborative team on 8 South, a 24‑bed Cardiology Stepdown Unit caring for adult patients with a wide range of cardiovascular and vascular conditions. This unit provides specialized stepdown care for patients recovering from events such as STEMIs, heart failure exacerbations, and post‑operative cardiothoracic surgeries.
Patient Population Includes
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)
Arrhythmias & VT Ablations
Pre‑ and Post‑Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeries
Why Join 8 South?
Team‑Oriented Culture: Strong collaboration and peer support
Night Shift Opportunity: Minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6‑week schedule
Leadership Support: Engaged leadership and Nursing Education Specialist support
Comprehensive Orientation: 7–9 week program with cardiac‑focused training and precepted shifts
Growth‑Focused Environment: Ideal for nurses aiming to advance in cardiovascular care
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 often simultaneously…
Nursing Patient Education (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency in providing patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully assess and evaluate patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Evidence‑Based Practice (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to search for evidence to answer clinical questions.
Our Nursing Philosophy We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s mission of quality in patient care, education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well‑being.
Employee Benefits
Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
Dental and/or vision plan
403(b) retirement plan
Paid Time off (flex PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied)
Short‑Long term disability
Subsidized backup childcare
And many more… Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program!
Core Accountabilities & Capabilities
Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team.
Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.
Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others, Builds and Maintains Relationships, Communicates Effectively.
Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion, Solves Complex Problems, Offers Meaningful Advice and Support.
Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work, Ensures Continuous Improvement, Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements.
Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability, Stewards Organizational Resources, Makes Data Driven Decisions.
Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas, Applies Technology, Adapts to Change.
Position Qualifications
Certifications: LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level: 1 year
Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
Technical Capabilities: (as listed above)
EEO Statement Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research.
Organization 8S Cohort 40
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 - Night shift position with a minimum weekend requirement of 4 shifts per 6‑week schedule.
Join a fast‑paced, collaborative team on 8 South, a 24‑bed Cardiology Stepdown Unit caring for adult patients with a wide range of cardiovascular and vascular conditions. This unit provides specialized stepdown care for patients recovering from events such as STEMIs, heart failure exacerbations, and post‑operative cardiothoracic surgeries.
Patient Population Includes
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)
Arrhythmias & VT Ablations
Pre‑ and Post‑Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgeries
Why Join 8 South?
Team‑Oriented Culture: Strong collaboration and peer support
Night Shift Opportunity: Minimum of 4 weekend shifts per 6‑week schedule
Leadership Support: Engaged leadership and Nursing Education Specialist support
Comprehensive Orientation: 7–9 week program with cardiac‑focused training and precepted shifts
Growth‑Focused Environment: Ideal for nurses aiming to advance in cardiovascular care
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 often simultaneously…
Nursing Patient Education (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency in providing patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice): Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully assess and evaluate patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Evidence‑Based Practice (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to search for evidence to answer clinical questions.
Our Nursing Philosophy We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s mission of quality in patient care, education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well‑being.
Employee Benefits
Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
Dental and/or vision plan
403(b) retirement plan
Paid Time off (flex PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied)
Short‑Long term disability
Subsidized backup childcare
And many more… Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program!
Core Accountabilities & Capabilities
Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team.
Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment.
Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area.
Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.
Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others, Builds and Maintains Relationships, Communicates Effectively.
Delivering Excellent Services: Serves Others with Compassion, Solves Complex Problems, Offers Meaningful Advice and Support.
Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work, Ensures Continuous Improvement, Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements.
Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability, Stewards Organizational Resources, Makes Data Driven Decisions.
Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas, Applies Technology, Adapts to Change.
Position Qualifications
Certifications: LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level: 1 year
Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
Technical Capabilities: (as listed above)
EEO Statement Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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