Vanderbilt University Medical Center·Franklin, Tennessee
Plan and manage the care of complex patients in the Operating Room while ensuring evidence-based outcomes. Collaborate with the healthcare team to implement care delivery and provide effective patient and family education.
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.
Applies the nursing process to plan and manage the care of complex patients in a comprehensive manner.
Recognizes complex learning needs and prepares individual teaching plans for patients/families and consistently demonstrates effective patient education to peers.
Consistently ensures a comprehensive continuum of care plan in collaboration with the health care team.
Demonstrates and role models effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
Ensures evidence-based care and continuously monitors patient outcomes.
Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to Board of Nursing standards.
Floats across entities to fulfill requirements of the role.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Department of Nursing Strategic Programs is dedicated to serving the VUMC Health System.
The Vanderbilt Medical Center Staffing Collaborative supports nurse staffing needs as a system-wide resource.
The Staffing Collaborative has created a new structure that allows alternative nursing employment at VUMC.
Like a travel nurse, the Staffing Collaborative will allow Nursing staff to work 13-week assignments within a specific unit at VUMC.
The Department of Nursing Strategic Programs and the Staffing Collaborative provide a new and exciting approach to nursing in a patient-focused, safe, and efficient manner.
The assignment comes with premium pay and optional health benefits.
The Staffing Collaborative's primary responsibility is to ensure coverage for the most significant scheduling needs across the organization. Assignments may necessitate working weekends and holidays. Minimum requirements will be consistent with the expectations for full-time staff within each specific unit.
Assignment Duration: 13 weeks
Vanderbilt Surgery Center Franklin - Franklin, TN
Unit: Available:
Shifts: Day shift (6:45a-5:15p)
-1 year of recent OR RN experience, Preferred 2 or more years of recent OR RN experience
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration (LCR): Registered Nurse BLS, ACLS, and PALS
Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance.
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.
LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Experience Level: 1 year
Education: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.
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.
Requires a Registered Nurse license and a degree from an approved discipline-specific program. Minimum of 1 year of recent OR RN experience is required, with 2 or more years preferred, along with BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
Market context
In Tennessee, nursing roles often stay active because hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings need licensed RNs who can cover full-time schedules and rotating shifts. These positions can be competitive when they include weekend, holiday, and call coverage, since employers usually look for candidates who can balance clinical skill with schedule flexibility. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you review key details faster before applying.
