Ascension·Nashville, Tennessee
The Registered Nurse will provide direct patient care, implement care plans, and monitor patient conditions within the Cardiac Decision Unit. They will also serve as a primary coordinator for multidisciplinary care and manage discharge planning needs.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
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Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.
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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Candidates must hold a current Tennessee Registered Nurse license or a compact state license and obtain BLS certification within 30 days of hire. A diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing is required.
Market context
Clinical Decision Unit roles in Tennessee are typically competitive because employers look for current RN licensure, BLS certification, and the ability to manage fast-moving observation and discharge workflows. On this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review details like PTO, health insurance, parental leave, EAP support, and tuition reimbursement more quickly. Before applying, confirm your Tennessee or compact-state license and BLS are active and match the posting.