278 jobs found in Tennessee

Registered Nurse Adult Med/Surg (6RW) COME & GROW WITH US! We’re increasing our beds to care for more patients. BE PART OF OUR EXPANSION! $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS for Licensed RNs! Unit Summary 6 Round Wing/Adult Inpatient Medicine, located in Medical Center North at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, is fast-paced and focused on acute medicine. 6RW is a 14 bed unit, which cares for adult patients with non-surgical acute medicine conditions. The mission of the 6RW/Medicine is to provide compassionate, quality care that is respectful, patient/family-centered, safe, and cost efficient. Our nurses are able to utilize evidence-based guidelines to provide the highest quality of care. The staff experiences the professional satisfaction that comes with making a difference every day for their patients and families, while expanding their critical care knowledge base and applying critical thinking skills to understand and intervene in the care of their patients. Our population of patients may include patients with any number of co-morbidities, including neurological, respiratory, cardiac, gastrointestinal, renal and endocrine medical conditions. All beds are appropriate for continuous bedside sp02 monitoring. The Management structure of 6RW/Medicine consists of the Unit Manager and 2 Clinical Staff Leaders and Nurse Educator. Each Clinical Staff Leader is responsible for 18-20 staff. The staff is composed of RN’s, Care Partners and Medical Receptionists and RN assignments are determined by patient census and acuity. Normal RN ratios are 5:1. Your Role: You will apply the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. Effectively communicate pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. Collaborate in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. Further your professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards. For more information regarding the physical requirements and environmental conditions for this job, please click here . Position Shift: · This is a 12-hour shift, 36 hours per week, night shift position. The schedule is made for six weeks which will include 12 weekend shifts (Friday and Saturday nights). Nurses are required to work five weekend shifts out of the 12 weekend shifts available in a the 6-week schedule. We offer self-scheduling. 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery 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. Achieve the Remarkable: Learn more about VUMC Nursing: · Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html · Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html · Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html · Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html · Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html · Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html · Life In Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html · VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing *ca

Nurse Practitioner (NP)- Radiology Procedures JOB SUMMARY: The NP is skilled in nonvascular invasive radiologic procedures such as paracenteses, thoracenteses, thyroid biopsies, and other subcutaneous biopsies. The NP is skilled in consenting; writing H&P, orders, plans of care, problem lists, medication reconciliation, discharge summaries, and procedure notes that meet compliance standards, organizing and leading care teams, and have a passion for teaching in an academic environment. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) works in collaboration with, and is an integral member of, a multidisciplinary health care team. The NP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice/education and provides an environment of safe quality care. The NP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical/technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professional communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and is responsible for professional development and competency validation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The NP performs paracenteses, thoracenteses, thyroid and other superficial biopsies. These procedures are determined through order consults that are reviewed in advance with the Nurse Coordinator and scheduled. The reviews are based on medical records and imaging. The NP is skilled at writing H&P, orders, plans of care, problem lists, medication reconciliation, discharge summaries, and procedure notes The NP coordinates CT and US procedures on a day to day basis by providing guidance to the residents/fellows around preparation, consenting, and coordinating disposition of care. The NP acts as a resource to and liaison between the procedure team members. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursingGraduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner ProgramCurrent TN Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) LicensureCurrent provider card in Basic Life Support (BLS) as required by department and facilityStrong computer skills, especially with electronic health recordsEligible for Hospital privileges Department/Unit Summary: The Department of Radiology, along with the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, operates at the global crossroads of teaching, discovery and patient care, and we are a team of people striving to make a positive impact in the world. Our mission is to design and apply technology that benefits patients and to cultivate leaders. Patient Care: We serve our patients with the best, most advanced care. Education: We train our students, residents and fellows to become future leaders. Research: We produce radical medical breakthroughs and generate imaging advancements for personalized medicine.We understand that in order to meet our goals, we must make diversity and innovation top priorities. By embracing diversity and inclusion, we are able to bring together a team of leaders and trainees with varied skill sets, perspectives and experiences. A diverse team is best equipped to foster the innovation that will meet today’s greatest unmet challenges in healthcare 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here to View the VUMC Promise of Discovery 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. Achieve the Remarkable: Learn more about VUMC Nursing: Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html Life in Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing *CA TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: CORE CAPABILITIES:

JOB CODE INFORMATION: Title: Nurse Practitioner, Acute Job Code: 6628 Title: Nurse Practitioner, Acute Job Code: 6628 JOB SUMMARY: The nurse practitioner (NP) within the acute care hospital setting works in collaboration with, and is an integral member of, a multidisciplinary health care team. The NP functions primarily as a hospitalist in an inpatient setting, managing the care of acute/complex chronically ill patients. The NP is typically on a service aligned team managing the patient care from step down to discharge. The NP may have responsibilities for same patient population during follow up outpatient visits. The NP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice/education and provides an environment of safe quality care. The NP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical/technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professional communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and is responsible for professional development and competency validation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment of Health Status Performs and documents in the medical record a complete history and physical examination for acute and complex chronically ill patients. Orders and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated. The nurse practitioner may serve as the first responder for both nursing and house staff in the event of patient status changes, orders, and in situations requiring procedural and resuscitative interventions. Assesses for risks associated with the care of the acute and complex chronically ill patient including: medication side effects, immobility, impaired nutrition, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, immunocompetence, invasive interventions and diagnostic procedures. Coordinates daily rounds with the Attending physician teams, presents 24 hour patient report, collaborates in plan of care, and follows assigned patient population throughout the day. Diagnosis Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care team in making diagnoses of acute and complex chronic conditions. Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. Formulates differential diagnoses by priority. Diagnoses complications and orders appropriate interventions Formulates Plan of Care Identifies expected outcomes from diagnosis, and formulates and documents a plan of care to address complex acute and chronic health care needs. Utilizes evidenced based practice guidelines or protocols in an individualized, dynamic plan of care that can be applied across the continuum. Implements and modifies plan of care Prescribes diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions both pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic and surgical, needed to achieve expected outcomes. Manages further diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. May perform advanced procedures consistent with privileges and competency validation including minor suturing, complex wound management, line and tube placements and removals. Communication and Collaboration Maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary health care team . Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the inpatient and outpatient continuum of care. Documentation Documents/dictates key components of patient's progress via daily progress note, transfer, and discharge summary , and or clinic note where applicable. (h&p, daily progress notes, plan of care, problem lists, procedure notes, acute event note, discharge summaries, in medical record per specific patient unit or service, death summary) Documentation is timely, meets acute care compliance standards and captures patient acuity. Professional Practice Demonstrates Professional Practice behaviors including: preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of students, nursing staff, nurses, graduate and novice nurse practitioners. Seeks opportunities for active engagement in research and the analysis of evidenced based practice. Actively participates in Grand Rounds, APN council meetings, faculty and unit meetings, M&M presentations. Maintains CEUs, and membership in a professional organization. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: CORE CAPABILITIES:

JOB CODE INFORMATION: Title: Nurse Practitioner-PRN Job Code: 6677 Title: Nurse Practitioner-PRN Job Code: 6677 JOB SUMMARY: The specialty nurse practitioner (NP) in the respective setting works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. The specialty NP is generally service/physician aligned, managing a distinct patient population. The NP may be required to perform some coordination of outpatient and inpatient care and facilitate discharges/outpatient follow up. The specialty NP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice/education and is responsible for ensuring adherence to clinical pathways/protocols and ensures an environment of safe quality care. The NP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical/technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professional communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and responsible for professional development and competency validation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment of Health Status Performs and documents in the medical record a complete history and physical examination for acute and complex chronically ill patients Orders and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated. The nurse practitioner may serve as the first responder for both nursing and house staff in the event of patient status changes, orders, and in situations requiring procedural and resuscitative interventions. Assesses for risks associated with the care of the acute and complex chronically ill patient including medication side effects, immobility, impaired nutrition, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, immunocompetence, invasive interventions and diagnostic procedures. Coordinates daily clinic schedule with the attending physician team, presents patient report, collaborates in plan of care, and follows assigned patient population. Diagnosis Diagnosis Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. Formulates differential diagnoses by priority. Diagnoses complications and orders appropriate interventions. Formulates Plan of Care Identifies expected outcomes from diagnosis, and formulates and documents a plan of care to address complex acute and chronic health care needs. Utilizes evidenced based practice guidelines or protocols in an individualized, dynamic plan of care that can be applied across the continuum. Implements and modifies plan of care Prescribes diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions both pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, and surgical, needed to achieve expected outcomes. Manages further diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. May perform advanced procedures consistent with privileges and competency validation, including minor suturing, complex wound management, line and tube placements and removals Communication and Collaboration Maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary health care team. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the outpatient continuum of care. Documentation Documents/dictates key components of patient's progress via daily progress note, transfer, and discharge summary, and/or clinic note where applicable. (h&p, daily progress notes, plan of care, problem lists, procedure notes, acute event note, discharge summaries in medical record per specific patient unit or service, death summary) Documentation is timely, meets critical care compliance standards and captures patient acuity. Professional Practice Demonstrates Professional Practice behaviors including: preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of students, nursing staff, nurses, graduate and novice nurse practitioners, Seeks opportunities for active engagement in research and the analysis of evidenced based practice. Actively participates in Grand Rounds, APN council meetings, faculty and unit meetings, M&M presentations. Maintains CEUs, and membership in a professional organization. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: CORE CAPABILITIES:

JOB CODE INFORMATION: Title: Nurse Practitioner-PRN Job Code: 6677 Title: Nurse Practitioner-PRN Job Code: 6677 JOB SUMMARY: The specialty nurse practitioner (NP) in the respective setting works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. The specialty NP is generally service/physician aligned, managing a distinct patient population. The NP may be required to perform some coordination of outpatient and inpatient care and facilitate discharges/outpatient follow up. The specialty NP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice/education and is responsible for ensuring adherence to clinical pathways/protocols and ensures an environment of safe quality care. The NP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical/technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professional communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and responsible for professional development and competency validation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment of Health Status Performs and documents in the medical record a complete history and physical examination for acute and complex chronically ill patients Orders and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated. The nurse practitioner may serve as the first responder for both nursing and house staff in the event of patient status changes, orders, and in situations requiring procedural and resuscitative interventions. Assesses for risks associated with the care of the acute and complex chronically ill patient including medication side effects, immobility, impaired nutrition, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, immunocompetence, invasive interventions and diagnostic procedures. Coordinates daily clinic schedule with the attending physician team, presents patient report, collaborates in plan of care, and follows assigned patient population. Diagnosis Diagnosis Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. Formulates differential diagnoses by priority. Diagnoses complications and orders appropriate interventions. Formulates Plan of Care Identifies expected outcomes from diagnosis, and formulates and documents a plan of care to address complex acute and chronic health care needs. Utilizes evidenced based practice guidelines or protocols in an individualized, dynamic plan of care that can be applied across the continuum. Implements and modifies plan of care Prescribes diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions both pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, and surgical, needed to achieve expected outcomes. Manages further diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. May perform advanced procedures consistent with privileges and competency validation, including minor suturing, complex wound management, line and tube placements and removals Communication and Collaboration Maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary health care team. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the outpatient continuum of care. Documentation Documents/dictates key components of patient's progress via daily progress note, transfer, and discharge summary, and/or clinic note where applicable. (h&p, daily progress notes, plan of care, problem lists, procedure notes, acute event note, discharge summaries in medical record per specific patient unit or service, death summary) Documentation is timely, meets critical care compliance standards and captures patient acuity. Professional Practice Demonstrates Professional Practice behaviors including: preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of students, nursing staff, nurses, graduate and novice nurse practitioners, Seeks opportunities for active engagement in research and the analysis of evidenced based practice. Actively participates in Grand Rounds, APN council meetings, faculty and unit meetings, M&M presentations. Maintains CEUs, and membership in a professional organization. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: CORE CAPABILITIES:

JOB CODE INFORMATION: Title: Nurse Practitioner-PRN Job Code: 6677 Title: Nurse Practitioner-PRN Job Code: 6677 JOB SUMMARY: The specialty nurse practitioner (NP) in the respective setting works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. The specialty NP is generally service/physician aligned, managing a distinct patient population. The NP may be required to perform some coordination of outpatient and inpatient care and facilitate discharges/outpatient follow up. The specialty NP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice/education and is responsible for ensuring adherence to clinical pathways/protocols and ensures an environment of safe quality care. The NP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical/technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professional communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and responsible for professional development and competency validation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assessment of Health Status Performs and documents in the medical record a complete history and physical examination for acute and complex chronically ill patients Orders and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated. The nurse practitioner may serve as the first responder for both nursing and house staff in the event of patient status changes, orders, and in situations requiring procedural and resuscitative interventions. Assesses for risks associated with the care of the acute and complex chronically ill patient including medication side effects, immobility, impaired nutrition, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, immunocompetence, invasive interventions and diagnostic procedures. Coordinates daily clinic schedule with the attending physician team, presents patient report, collaborates in plan of care, and follows assigned patient population. Diagnosis Diagnosis Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. Formulates differential diagnoses by priority. Diagnoses complications and orders appropriate interventions. Formulates Plan of Care Identifies expected outcomes from diagnosis, and formulates and documents a plan of care to address complex acute and chronic health care needs. Utilizes evidenced based practice guidelines or protocols in an individualized, dynamic plan of care that can be applied across the continuum. Implements and modifies plan of care Prescribes diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions both pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, and surgical, needed to achieve expected outcomes. Manages further diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. May perform advanced procedures consistent with privileges and competency validation, including minor suturing, complex wound management, line and tube placements and removals Communication and Collaboration Maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary health care team. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the outpatient continuum of care. Documentation Documents/dictates key components of patient's progress via daily progress note, transfer, and discharge summary, and/or clinic note where applicable. (h&p, daily progress notes, plan of care, problem lists, procedure notes, acute event note, discharge summaries in medical record per specific patient unit or service, death summary) Documentation is timely, meets critical care compliance standards and captures patient acuity. Professional Practice Demonstrates Professional Practice behaviors including: preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of students, nursing staff, nurses, graduate and novice nurse practitioners, Seeks opportunities for active engagement in research and the analysis of evidenced based practice. Actively participates in Grand Rounds, APN council meetings, faculty and unit meetings, M&M presentations. Maintains CEUs, and membership in a professional organization. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: CORE CAPABILITIES:

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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery Department/Unit Summary At the Vanderbilt Eye Institute, we strive to make life better for adults and children with eye conditions including glaucoma, vision loss and diseases of the retina. We treat patients from across Tennessee and the Southeast. Our doctors, researchers and support staff use the latest technologies and methods, and we conduct vital vision research that translates to better treatments. The Vanderbilt Eye Institute is a leader in quality eye care. We offer the latest technologies and methods while conducting innovative research to improve patients' lives and prevent vision loss. We work hard each day because your eyes are important to us. The Vanderbilt Eye Institute attracts some of the most talented doctors and researchers in the country. Our subspecialty ophthalmologists have completed a minimum of one year of fellowship training after residency and are board eligible or board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Vanderbilt Eye Institute's award-winning research staff collaborates with our doctors as well as other Vanderbilt departments to pursue discoveries that enhance the vision of patients everywhere. Your Role: · Assists in developing and meeting key Pillar outcomes and system improvement goals including financial, satisfaction, and clinical as the nursing component of the care coordination model. · This position Improves outcomes by reducing all cause hospital readmissions and coordinating episodes of care among patients in a defined population or disease process. · Participates in identification of appropriate patients; encourage patient and family engagement in self-care management; promote warm handovers to the next level of care by providing timely, pertinent information in a standardized way; conduct patient and family education on key elements of the patients' personal care plan by using the "teach-back" methodology and follow up phone calls; and assists the patient in navigating the healthcare system. This care coordinator assists the ocular plastic surgeons with procedures, triage of patients, MOHS procedures at One Hundred Oaks, responding to in basket and MHAV Preferred Education, Skills, and Experiences: Graduate of an approved Nursing Program (BSN) Active Tennessee RN license 5 years of RN experience RN experience with Ocular Plastics or MOHS Dermatology highly desired Position Shift: This position is Monday – Friday (Days) Travel to other clinics may be required 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. VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: · US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 12 adult and 10 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training · Truven Health Analytics: among the top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the U.S. · Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America" · The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score · National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US · Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Tennessee · Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer · American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US

Registered Nurse 2 - $5000 Sign On Bonus Vanderbilt Home Care-Intermittent Visit JOB SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse - Home Care 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. $5000 Sign On Bonus. Your Role: As an RN with the intermittent team, you will visit approximately six (6) patients at their homes throughout your shift, providing the best patient care. The patients will be within 3-5 zip codes. Pediatric patients may be included. There is a mileage allowance with this position. Position Qualifications Required: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (Required) 1 year relevant experience (Required) F or more information regarding the physical requirements and environmental conditions for this job, please click here . Strongly Preferred: Home Health Experience Peds experience or willing to work with Peds (most patients are adult) Competency with acute nursing BSN Degree Critical-thinking skills The ability to make decisions regarding patient care Shifts: Full, Part Time and PRN 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Department/Unit Summary Vanderbilt Home Care is part of one of the country’s most respected medical centers. We provide in-home care for patients with chronic conditions. Imagine being able to take a more personal approach to nursing — focusing on just one patient at a time. It’s possible as a private duty professional with Vanderbilt Home Care. The majority of our private duty patients are infants or children, so we look for nurses who have a strong desire to work with a pediatric population. “Click the following link to learn more about the benefits of a career with Vanderbilt Home Care.” https://careers.vumc.org/vanderbilt-home-health Bringing Vanderbilt Care into Your Home Since 1985 Vanderbilt Home Care provides caregivers in the patient's own environment under the direction of the patient's physician. When you or your loved one receives care from Vanderbilt Home Care, you are in the hands of highly skilled, compassionate individuals. We take pride in our work and feel privileged to be part of one of the country's most respected medical centers. Our Mission and Values: Our mission is to provide excellence in home care with the high standards that we would expect for our own family and loved ones. Our values include: Support for community based home services through excellence in clinical practice and education Patient safety and quality Strong interdisciplinary collaboration, communication and partnership Evidenced based practice and clinical expertise Technology enhanced innovation The Home Health Quality team is a small task oriented team which consists of a quality educator, a quality data analyst, and quality reviewer. They work closely together with clinical managers to provide meaningful data on home health patient population and clinician best practices. 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. VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: · US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 12 adult and 10 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training · Truven Health Analytics: among the top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the U.S. · Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America" · The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score · National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US · Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Tennessee · Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US *CA *IND000 *NHCN

RN2 - Private Duty Full, Part time and PRN Vanderbilt Home Care 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. Your Role: In your role, you will be with 1 patient each day, caring for them in their home. Instead of a hospital environment, you begin work at patients home and remain throughout the shift. May have to pick up additional shifts with other patients on PRN basis. Position Qualifications Required: · Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (Required) · 1 year relevant experience (Required) · Registered Nurse (Required) · For more information regarding the physical requirements and environmental conditions for this job, please click here . Strongly Preferred: Pediatric Experience or desire to work with Pediatrics Home Health Experience Competency with acute nursing BSN Degree Critical-thinking skills The ability to make decisions regarding patient 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. Department/Unit Summary Vanderbilt Home Care is part of one of the country’s most respected medical centers. We provide in-home care for patients with chronic conditions. Imagine being able to take a more personal approach to nursing — focusing on just one patient at a time. It’s possible as a private duty professional with Vanderbilt Home Care. The majority of our private duty patients are infants or children, so we look for nurses who have a strong desire to work with a pediatric population. Click the following link to learn more about the benefits of a career with Vanderbilt Home Care: https://careers.vumc.org/vanderbilt-home-health Bringing Vanderbilt Care into Your Home Since 1985 Vanderbilt Home Care provides caregivers in the patient's own environment under the direction of the patient's physician. When you or your loved one receives care from Vanderbilt Home Care, you are in the hands of highly skilled, compassionate individuals. We take pride in our work and feel privileged to be part of one of the country's most respected medical centers. Our Mission and Values: Our mission is to provide excellence in home care with the high standards that we would expect for our own family and loved ones. Our values include: Support for community based home services through excellence in clinical practice and education Patient safety and quality Strong interdisciplinary collaboration, communication and partnership Evidenced based practice and clinical expertise Technology enhanced innovation The Home Health Quality team is a small task oriented team which consists of a quality educator, a quality data analyst, and quality reviewer. They work closely together with clinical managers to provide meaningful data on home health patient population and clinician best practices. 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: · US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 12 adult and 10 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training · Truven Health Analytics: among the top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the U.S. · Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America" · The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score · National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US · Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Tennessee · Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer · American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US *CA *IND000

Registered Nurse 2 - Part time 2020294 Your Role: ViTAL ( V anderb i lt Center for T obacco, A ddiction, and L ifestyle) is seeking a part-time, highly motivated, flexible, organized, and independent nurse to serve as a member of the Tobacco Treatment Service (TTS). The TTS is a clinical service, which provides tobacco cessation counseling and medication recommendations to smokers in the hospital and in the clinics. As a member of the TTS, the successful candidate will have a focus on cancer and cancer prevention and perform the clinical duties with an eye toward quality improvement, which necessitates maintaining awareness of and familiarity with the tobacco-specific EHR fields, data entry into a REDCap quality improvement database, and reviewing and interpreting quality improvement data with the ViTAL team. The candidate will work in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team and have a strong understanding of evidenced based care/education, including critical review of evolving medical literature pertinent to tobacco treatment, including pharmacotherapy. This individual should demonstrate medical knowledge, clinical competence, sound judgment, advanced professional communication skills, timely documentation and a commitment to ongoing scholarship and professional development. Additionally, the candidate will serve as an ambassador for change across the clinical enterprise, including the adoption of system-wide improved methods to treat tobacco use. This position is approximately 20 hours/week. Roles and Responsibilities Completion of Tobacco Treatment certification training and maintenance of TTS certification is required. Design, implement, conduct, and evaluate health wellness and education services relevant to tobacco cessation for the Tobacco Treatment Service (TTS). Assess patient’s individual health risks as they relate to tobacco use and serve as a source of knowledge of available treatment options. Comprehensively evaluate patients’ tobacco use and recommend proven cessation methods such as pharmacotherapy and counseling. Track program participation and gather program data using the electronic health record and REDCap. Perform critical review of evolving medical literature. This means proactively looking up the answers to clinical questions that arise during practice, and using trusted sources such as Pubmed. Create, maintain, and disseminate health education information relevant to tobacco cessation to hospital staff, patients, and team members. One example is creating a “patient information sheet” on a given topic, such as smoking and eye disease, after a review of the medical literature on this subject. Strive to continually improve the tobacco treatment service by evaluating efforts and processes, researching relevant topics and developing and/or revising modules and presentations as needed. Contribute to an annual report highlighting the impact of the Tobacco Treatment Service. Report data to team members, contribute to manuscripts, and draft correspondence as needed. Conduct program needs assessments and analyze available data to inform decisions on development of treatment programs. Works with Director, Coordinator, data manager/programmer, and other team members to organize, interpret, and present clinical QI data related to tobacco control. Partner with related supportive organizations including the TN Department of Health Tobacco Control Division, the TN state quit line operator, the North American Quitline Consortium (NAQC), TelASK (Interactive Voice Recognition vendor), other federal stop smoking campaigns (Smokefree.gov), etc. Other duties as necessary. Qualifications Registered Nurse license required. One year of relevant experience required. Experience in counseling or health coaching required. Must be able to interact effectively with high acuity of illness typical of tertiary care medical center inpatients, who tend to be very sick. Efficiency of medical record review and conduct of consults is required. The expectation is 5 completed consults per day as a minimum target, with additional consults as the TTS is able to accommodate. This includes re-checks and brief consultations. Proficiency in word processing and database management skills is necessary. Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, Endnote, and REDCap strongly preferred. Candidates who do not possess these skills must make a commitment to acquiring and honing them quickly. Must demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills and ability to multi-task, follow processes and work independently but also be able to work well as part of a team. Proactivity, independence, adaptability, and taking ownership of one’s work is a must for all aspects of the position. Click here to learn how we are: Defining Personalized Care 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: · US News & World Report: #1 Adult Hospital in Tennessee and metropolitan Nashville, named to the Best Hospitals Honor Roll of the top 20 adult hospitals, 10 nationally ranked adult specialty programs, with 3 specialties rated in the top 10 nationally, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt named as one of the Best Children’s Hospital in the nation, with 10 out of 10 pediatric specialties nationally ranked. · Healthcare’s Most Wired: Among the nation’s 100 “most-wired” hospitals and health systems for its efforts in innovative medical technology. · Becker’s Hospital Review: named as one of the “100 Great Hospitals in America”, in the roster of 100 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs and to its list of the 100 Hospitals with Great Heart Programs. · The Leapfrog Group: One of only 10 children’s hospitals in the to be named at Leapfrog Top Hospital. · American Association for the Advancement of Science: The School of Medicine has 112 elected fellows · Magnet Recognition Program: Received our third consecutive Magnet designations. · National Academy of Medicine: 22 members, elected by their peers in recognition of outstanding achievement · Human Rights Campaign Healthcare Equality Index: 6th year in a row that Vanderbilt University Medical Center was a Leader in LGBTQ Healthcare Equality. *CA

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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery Department/Unit Summary: Phototherapy is the use of an ultraviolet light source or laser on the skin for the treatment of many different skin conditions such as psoriasis, acne, some skin cancers and other conditions. The skin may be treated with a photosensitizing agent prior to the exposure to the light source. Typically, a series of treatments are recommended and are given in a physicians office. Photodynamic Therapy is the use of activating chemicals in blue light, which can be used to treat pre-cancerous growths. Your Role: · You will apply the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. · Effectively communicate pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. · Collaborate in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. · Further your professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards. 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: NURSING PATIENT ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION (NOVICE):- Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to assess and evaluate patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Conducts primary care patient interviews and physical examinations. Demonstrates sufficient acumen to recognize problems, ask questions and to contact the patient's primary care provider and other members of the healthcare team. Has experience in gathering pertinent clinical data that aid in referral, treatment, or other primary care pathways. 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 into manageable and measurable units. Ability to adapt to changes to patient care and area needs with minimal disruption and loss of productivity. Follows up to assure problems and issues are resolved. NURSING PATIENT EDUCATION (NOVICE):- Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency in providing patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty. 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. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Organizational Impact: 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. CORE CAPABILITIES: SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES (P2): - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICES (P2): - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. ENSURING HIGH QUALITY (P2): - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. MANAGING RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY (P2): - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. FOSTERING INNOVATION (P2): - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Preferred Education, Skills, and Experiences: · Graduate of an approved Nursing Program (BSN preferred) · Active Tennessee RN license · 6 months of RN experience (acute Nursing experience preferred) · Dermatology nursing experience Position Shift: · This position is Monday – Friday (Days) 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. Achieve the Remarkable Learn more about VUMC Nursing: · Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html · Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html · Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html · Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html · Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html · Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html · Life In Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html · VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: · US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 9 adult and 9 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training · Truven Health Analytics: among the top 100 hospitals in the US · Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America" · The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score · National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US · American Association for the Advancement of Science: 12 faculty members elected fellows in 2014 · Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Tennessee · Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer · American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US

Registered Nurse Neonatal ICU-FT Nights $5,000 Sign On Bonus for *Qualified RN's #1913061 Your Role: 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. Position Qualifications: Required: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (or equivalent experience) and 1 year relevant experience Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration (LCR): Registered Nurse Required Preferred: NICU or Critical Care experience *Sign On Qualifications: Greater than one year of RN experience NICU experience must be at Level III or IV The sign-on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past two years. Position Shift: 7:00 pm-7:00 am/3 shifts a week Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. 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. Achieve the Remarkable: Learn more about VUMC Nursing: Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html Life In Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing *CA

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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery Department/Unit Summary: Phototherapy is the use of an ultraviolet light source or laser on the skin for the treatment of many different skin conditions such as psoriasis, acne, some skin cancers and other conditions. The skin may be treated with a photosensitizing agent prior to the exposure to the light source. Typically, a series of treatments are recommended and are given in a physicians office. Photodynamic Therapy is the use of activating chemicals in blue light, which can be used to treat pre-cancerous growths. Your Role: · You will apply the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. · Effectively communicate pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. · Collaborate in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. · Further your professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards. 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: NURSING PATIENT ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION (NOVICE):- Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to assess and evaluate patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Conducts primary care patient interviews and physical examinations. Demonstrates sufficient acumen to recognize problems, ask questions and to contact the patient's primary care provider and other members of the healthcare team. Has experience in gathering pertinent clinical data that aid in referral, treatment, or other primary care pathways. 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 into manageable and measurable units. Ability to adapt to changes to patient care and area needs with minimal disruption and loss of productivity. Follows up to assure problems and issues are resolved. NURSING PATIENT EDUCATION (NOVICE):- Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency in providing patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty. 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. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Organizational Impact: 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. CORE CAPABILITIES: SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES (P2): - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICES (P2): - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. ENSURING HIGH QUALITY (P2): - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. MANAGING RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY (P2): - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. FOSTERING INNOVATION (P2): - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Preferred Education, Skills, and Experiences: · Graduate of an approved Nursing Program (BSN preferred) · Active Tennessee RN license · 6 months of RN experience (acute Nursing experience preferred) · Dermatology nursing experience Position Shift: This position is Monday – Friday (Days) and is PRN (as needed) per business needs. 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. Achieve the Remarkable Learn more about VUMC Nursing: · Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html · Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html · Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html · Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html · Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html · Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html · Life In Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html · VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: · US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 9 adult and 9 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training · Truven Health Analytics: among the top 100 hospitals in the US · Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America" · The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score · National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US · American Association for the Advancement of Science: 12 faculty members elected fellows in 2014 · Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Tennessee · Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer · American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US

Registered Nurse PRN #1912097 Your Role: 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. Qualifications: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (or equivalent experience) and 1 year relevant experience Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration (LCR): Registered Nurse Required Shift: PRN Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. 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. Achieve the Remarkable: Learn more about VUMC Nursing: Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html Life In Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing 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: NURSING PATIENT ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION (NOVICE):- Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to assess and evaluate patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Conducts primary care patient interviews and physical examinations. Demonstrates sufficient acumen to recognize problems, ask questions and to contact the patient's primary care provider and other members of the healthcare team. Has experience in gathering pertinent clinical data that aid in referral, treatment, or other primary care pathways. 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 into manageable and measurable units. Ability to adapt to changes to patient care and area needs with minimal disruption and loss of productivity. Follows up to assure problems and issues are resolved. NURSING PATIENT EDUCATION (NOVICE):- Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency in providing patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty. 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. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Organizational Impact: 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. CORE CAPABILITIES: SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES (P2): - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICES (P2): - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. ENSURING HIGH QUALITY (P2): - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. MANAGING RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY (P2): - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. FOSTERING INNOVATION (P2): - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Research Nurse Specialist III ( Pediatric Genetics) 1909887 Your Role: JOB SUMMARY: Under the guidance and supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Research Nurse Specialist I is responsible for assuring that the integrity and quality of the clinical research trial is maintained and that the trial is conducted in accordance with Good Clinical Practice Guidelines, federal and sponsor regulations and guidelines and Vanderbilt Policy and Procedure. The Research Nurse Specialist I plans and implements recruitment procedures for potential participants, manages enrollment of the trial from screening to randomization to study completion, ensures compliance with protocols and overall research and clinical objectives, manages study-related procedures as required by the protocol, maintains accurate and timely documentation and maintains communication with the sponsor. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Conveys a basic knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and regulations governing human subject's research and incorporates them in the conduct of research and care of participants. Possesses a basic awareness of the Federal regulations governing the protection of human subjects, e.g., FDA, OHRP, GCP/ICH guidelines, and HIPAA regulations With assistance, prepares and processes new IRB research proposals, amendments, continuing review applications and adverse events according to institutional and departmental policies and procedures and federal regulations Possesses a basic awareness of the Vanderbilt policies and regulations governing the protection of human subjects Possesses a basic awareness of the operations of the Vanderbilt Institutional Review Board and its requirements for the protection of human subjects (Seeks to attend IRB 101 in-service and completes IRB testing requirements prior to beginning interactions with human subjects) Communicates a basic knowledge and understanding of the management and implementation of clinical trial operations: Exhibits the capability to understand and follow a clinical study protocol Understands and is capable of performing the procedures required of each study protocol (obtains training needed to safely and accurately perform or assess required procedures) With assistance, prepares and stores critical documents required to be maintained and provided to the sponsor prior to, during and after the conduct of a clinical trial Identifies and procures equipment and supplies needed to fulfill project requirements With direction, records data from source documentation onto case report forms (either paper or electronic) with awareness and attention to the requirements for accuracy, completeness and source documentation Performs packaging and ships study medication and specimens (blood, urine, etc.) to the sponsor or laboratory in accordance with IATA and sponsor shipping guidelines With supervision, participates in periodic site visits from sponsor, regulatory authorities and others to review research, source documentation and research procedures Participates in the determination of eligibility and recruits candidates for study participation With direction assists with study completion, data lock, study closeout and archiving of study files ensures completeness and continuity of all study data performs ongoing checks of clinical data that has been entered on the case report forms (paper or electronic) to ensure that it is being entered in a timely and accurate manner reviews all study data queries correcting any inaccurate data and flagging questionable data for resolution Collaboratively participates in study team meetings Serves as an advocate for human subjects by establishing and maintaining communication with Investigators, research staff, Sponsors, participants and representatives of professional organizations, participant advocates, and the public responsible for, or concerned about, protections for human participants of research With guidance assesses and evaluates potential participants pertinent medical and historical information to ensure only appropriate subjects are enrolled in clinical trials Continuously assesses participants to ensure continued eligibility for participation in research Participates in the ongoing informed consent process, ensuring that human subjects, their families, and other health care providers clearly understand what is expected of and from them in the course of participating in a clinical trial Utilizes nursing skills to complete research protocols including patient recruitment, screening, scheduling and organizing of study visits, enrollment, assessments, interviews, laboratory and diagnostic studies, medication dispensing and other protocol specific investigational procedures Encourages open communication with participants by providing them with contact information and being available to answer, address or refer their calls With supervision uses and documents the nursing process to plan, deliver and evaluate goal focused, individualized, safe, age-specific care as it relates to uncomplicated research participants and with assistance for complicated research participants Performs procedures for research as they are described in the protocol, deviating from the protocol only when a subject's safety is at risk and reports all deviations from the protocol to the Principal Investigator and/or senior personnel who will determine of a protocol amendment or other safety assessments are required Considers scheduling subject appointments to utilize their and personnel time efficiently Actively identifies and participates in training, education, and development activities to improve own knowledge and performance to sustain and enhance professional development. Pursues avenues to ensure awareness of the latest information available to nurses conducting clinical research, for example Demonstrates initiative in self-directed learning, as evidenced by attendance of professional development opportunities. Actively seeks new learning opportunities. Sees learning as part of work. Assumes responsibility for continuous learning, engaging in a minimum of 5 hours of educational activities annually or pursuing an advanced academic education or certifications Participates in and maintains professional certifications, licensure and credentialing as required of nurses employed at Vanderbilt (i.e., CPR certification) Further knowledge base by attending the Basic Research 101 within first three months of employment date. Position Qualifications: Required: · Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (or equivalent experience) and < 1 year experience Registered Nurse Required Position Shift: · Day Shift/Exempt Position 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: · US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 9 adult and 9 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training · Truven Health Analytics: among the top 100 hospitals in the US · Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America" · The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score · National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US · American Association for the Advancement of Science: 12 faculty members elected fellows in 2014 · Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Middle Tennessee · Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer · American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US *CA

RN – Acute Dialysis Unit $15,000 Sign-On for Licensed RNs! Relocation Assistance Available Your Role : You will apply the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. Effectively communicate pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. Collaborate in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. Further your professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards. For more information regarding the physical requirements and environmental conditions for this job, please click here . Position Qualifications: Required: Graduate of an approved Nursing Program (BSN preferred) Active Tennessee RN license 6 months of RN experience Preferred: Dialysis Experience Apheresis Experience Position Shift: · This is a 12-hour shift, 36 hours per week, day shift position. The schedule is made for six weeks and we offer self-scheduling. Department/Unit Summary: The Acute Hemodialysis/Apheresis Unit in coordination with a multi- disciplinary team specializes in the treatment of adult and pediatric patients requiring continuous and intermittent hemodialysis procedures as well as therapeutic apheresis, including therapeutic plasmapheresis, leukapheresis, LDL apheresis, therapeutic red cell exchanges and platelet depletions. The unit is comprised of eight beds including two isolation rooms. Remote procedures are performed at the patient’s bedside based on acuity level. Outpatient care is also delivered based on medical necessity deemed by providers. Nursing staff work closely with nephrology and transfusion medicine providers to help deliver optimal care to a diverse patient population that primarily consists of the greater Nashville metropolitan area as well as outlying areas in middle Tennessee, eastern and western Tennessee, south central Kentucky and northern Alabama. 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. 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. Achieve the Remarkable: Learn more about VUMC Nursing: · Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html · Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html · Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html · Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html · Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html · Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html · Life In Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html · VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing *ca

Case Manager- Pediatric RN Your Role: Facilitate safe transition from acute care to home and school, ongoing communication with providers and vendors for complex patients, to make sure their needs are met in the community. Collaborates with the health care team to coordinate patient and family interventions across the continuum of care, removing barriers and promoting efficient and effective use of resources. Assists patients and families in establishing patient specific goals, both long term and short term. Facilitates appropriate follow up care and/or refers patients (within the designated patient population) to the appropriate next level or site of care. Serves in an advocacy role on behalf of patients, families, and caregivers to ensure safe, equitable healthcare provision. Assists in developing and meeting key Pillar outcomes and system improvement goals including financial, satisfaction, and clinical as the nursing component of the care coordination model. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assesses and identifies patients with complex clinical needs that require a coordinated plan of care. Develops case management plan that includes strategies or alternative interventions required to attain optimal patient and family specific outcomes. Analyzes progress on the plan of care, identifies variances, and intervenes utilizing process improvement methodologies to remove barriers and progress care. Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of the practice. Demonstrates leadership skills and acts as the key information and education resource for the interdisciplinary team as related to caring for complex needs and securing appropriate services. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Shift: Monday to Friday, 8A-5P; Include rotating weekends (3-4 Weekends a year and (1) Holiday/year.) 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt is one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. We treat and help prevent all health issues ranging from colds and broken bones to heart disease and cancer.The world-class facilities at Children's Hospital are a testament to our community's dedication to the health of children. Constructed in 2004 and expanded in 2012, our 271-bed hospital is a child-friendly place built on the science of healing.A building alone does not make a great hospital. Our exceptional medical teams and the generous support of people like you enable us to provide every child who comes to us with the hope of improved health. Children's Hospital is a nonprofit facility. No child who needs our services is denied care on the basis of limited ability to pay.Many of our doctors and surgeons are nationally recognized researchers who are finding new ways to cure and prevent childhood diseases. Their work preventing and treating premature birth, cancer, heart disease, spina bifida, and many other conditions is an investment in the future. We are at an important crossroads in child health. Our commitment to research and advocacy positions us to bring the promise of good health to children and families in our community and to share that hope with the world. US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 12 adult and 10 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training· Truven Health Analytics: among the top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the U.S.· Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America"· The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score· National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US· Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Tennessee· Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer· American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: CASE MANAGEMENT (INTERMEDIATE): - Demonstrates mastery of case management in practical applications for complex clinical care coordination. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job. RN ACCESS PATIENT EDUCATION (INTERMEDIATE): - Demonstrates mastery of patient education in practical applications of a complex nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering patient and family education services without requiring support and instruction from others. TREATMENT PLANNING (INTERMEDIATE): - Demonstrates mastery of treatment planning and possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering treatment planning services without requiring support and instruction from others. NURSING PATIENT ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION (INTERMEDIATE): - Demonstrates mastery of patient assessments and evaluations in practical applications of a difficult nature. Conducts primary care patient interviews and physical examinations. Conducts inquiry with a thorough series of questions when patients state an ailment or complaint in order to accurately identify and elaborate on the problem. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to role model and coach less experienced peers. EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE (INTERMEDIATE): - Demonstrates ability to integrate evidence from multiple sources and determine if a practice change should occur. Shares knowledge with peers and other clinical team members independently. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Organizational Impact: Independently delivers on objectives with understanding of how they impact the results of own area/team and other related teams. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes multiple sources of data to analyze and resolve complex problems; may take a new perspective on existing solution. Breadth of Knowledge: Has advanced knowledge within a professional area and basic knowledge across related areas. Team Interaction: Acts as a go-to resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small project teams. CORE CAPABILITIES: SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES (P3): - Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. - Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. - Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICES (P3): - Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. - Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. ENSURING HIGH QUALITY (P3): - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. - Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. MANAGING RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY (P3): - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. FOSTERING INNOVATION (P3): - Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. - Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. - Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Clinical Staff Leader 1912127 Your Role : The Clinical Staff Leader is a direct supervisory leadership role and a key member of the Nursing leadership team. The CSL leads a cohort of staff members and actively participates in overall management of the unit, development of clinical practice, and provision of patient care with accountabilities for implementation and outcomes for people leadership, quality, service, compliance, finance, throughput and scheduling. The primary focus of the Clinical Staff Leader is to ensure the unit's optimal performance by engaging in effective problem solving for staff, patients and families and to develop/lead the assigned cohort. The Clinical Staff Leader provides feedback and coaching to staff members, recognizing them for their contributions while fostering a high performance culture. The CSL works under the guidance and direction of the manager to develop. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of their cohort and other staff as needed. Defines standards for quality patient care. Develops, manages and evaluates area based on work team performance. Manages multiple projects/on-going work activities (timelines, work plans, deliverables) and maintains alignment with strategic plan and vision. Acts as clinical leader and facilitates education for staff on clinical standards; routinely provides guidance/coaching to subordinates/peers within clinical specialty(ies). Ensures that clinical assignments are based on patient care needs and demonstrated staff competencies. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: LEADERSHIP - (NOVICE):- Sets the example in challenging and difficult situations. Can demonstrate different leadership styles, such as supportive and authoritative, as individuals and situations require it. Communicates team and unit goals clearly and effectively. Is receptive to ideas and suggestions from team members. Shows leadership and initiative in situations where supervision is not present or required. OPERATIONS PLANNING - (NOVICE):- Demonstrates ability to realistically anticipate resource needs, identify discrete tasks, set priorities, define dependencies, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work within areas of direct responsibility. Appropriately matches equipment and capital resources to task demands. Achieves results within budget. Competently handles multiple assignments simultaneously. Reshapes project during life-cycle evolution, if needed. Demonstrates ability to break down work into manageable and measurable units. Accepts changes to assignments with minimal disruption and loss of productivity. Able to absorb changes to major assignments while maintaining a high level of performance. Uses available time efficiently. Follows up to assure problems and issues are resolved. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT - (NOVICE):- Conducts performance reviews. Effectively delegates tasks to others. Coaches subordinates on technical and interpersonal topics, as well as professional development. Demonstrates team building techniques and provides leadership through personal example of good work habits, open communication and effective people relationships. Involves subordinates in decisions which affect them. Demonstrates self-reliance and resourcefulness as an example to others. COMPLIANCE - (NOVICE):- Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job. Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based. Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective manner. BUSINESS RESULTS - (FUNDAMENTAL AWARENESS):- Implements appropriate measures for attaining business results and tracks progress in meeting goals and objectives. Demonstrates the ability to deliver products and services on time, within budget, and in accordance with organizational standards and goals. Continuously demonstrates a strong focus on quality. Responds effectively to customer or client needs. Recognizes incipient problems and communicates them to management. QUALITY MANAGEMENT - (NOVICE):- Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement in the way tasks and activities are accomplished by questioning their value to the process and contributing creative solutions. Has participated in the process of establishing, communicating and monitoring standards for quality and excellence. Demonstrates the ability to actually work on and improve a current business process, product or service. CLINICAL EXPERTISE (INTERMEDIATE):- Demonstrates the mastery of patient care including patient assessment and treatment, care planning, patient education and evidence based practice. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training and expertise to role model and coach less experienced staff. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Organizational Impact: Plans and sets day to day objectives for the team that have a direct effect on the results of the department or area that the job is in. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Resolves technical and operational problems within provided guidelines. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies advanced subject matter knowledge within a specific technical area and basic management knowledge to support the team. Team Interaction: Leads/supervises a unit within a department or a small department. Typically without budget or hire/fire authority. Role is typically a 'working' supervisor. CORE CAPABILITIES: SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES (M1): Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICES (M1): Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. ENSURING HIGH QUALITY (M1): Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. MANAGING RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY (M1): Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. FOSTERING INNOVATION (M1): Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Clinical Staff Leader 1912128 Your Role : The Clinical Staff Leader is a direct supervisory leadership role and a key member of the Nursing leadership team. The CSL leads a cohort of staff members and actively participates in overall management of the unit, development of clinical practice, and provision of patient care with accountabilities for implementation and outcomes for people leadership, quality, service, compliance, finance, throughput and scheduling. The primary focus of the Clinical Staff Leader is to ensure the unit's optimal performance by engaging in effective problem solving for staff, patients and families and to develop/lead the assigned cohort. The Clinical Staff Leader provides feedback and coaching to staff members, recognizing them for their contributions while fostering a high performance culture. The CSL works under the guidance and direction of the manager to develop. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of their cohort and other staff as needed. Defines standards for quality patient care. Develops, manages and evaluates area based on work team performance. Manages multiple projects/on-going work activities (timelines, work plans, deliverables) and maintains alignment with strategic plan and vision. Acts as clinical leader and facilitates education for staff on clinical standards; routinely provides guidance/coaching to subordinates/peers within clinical specialty(ies). Ensures that clinical assignments are based on patient care needs and demonstrated staff competencies. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: LEADERSHIP - (NOVICE):- Sets the example in challenging and difficult situations. Can demonstrate different leadership styles, such as supportive and authoritative, as individuals and situations require it. Communicates team and unit goals clearly and effectively. Is receptive to ideas and suggestions from team members. Shows leadership and initiative in situations where supervision is not present or required. OPERATIONS PLANNING - (NOVICE):- Demonstrates ability to realistically anticipate resource needs, identify discrete tasks, set priorities, define dependencies, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work within areas of direct responsibility. Appropriately matches equipment and capital resources to task demands. Achieves results within budget. Competently handles multiple assignments simultaneously. Reshapes project during life-cycle evolution, if needed. Demonstrates ability to break down work into manageable and measurable units. Accepts changes to assignments with minimal disruption and loss of productivity. Able to absorb changes to major assignments while maintaining a high level of performance. Uses available time efficiently. Follows up to assure problems and issues are resolved. PEOPLE MANAGEMENT - (NOVICE):- Conducts performance reviews. Effectively delegates tasks to others. Coaches subordinates on technical and interpersonal topics, as well as professional development. Demonstrates team building techniques and provides leadership through personal example of good work habits, open communication and effective people relationships. Involves subordinates in decisions which affect them. Demonstrates self-reliance and resourcefulness as an example to others. COMPLIANCE - (NOVICE):- Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job. Understands the principles upon which the rules and regulations are based. Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective manner. BUSINESS RESULTS - (FUNDAMENTAL AWARENESS):- Implements appropriate measures for attaining business results and tracks progress in meeting goals and objectives. Demonstrates the ability to deliver products and services on time, within budget, and in accordance with organizational standards and goals. Continuously demonstrates a strong focus on quality. Responds effectively to customer or client needs. Recognizes incipient problems and communicates them to management. QUALITY MANAGEMENT - (NOVICE):- Has provided continuous analysis and evaluation of assignment work processes, constantly striving for improvement in the way tasks and activities are accomplished by questioning their value to the process and contributing creative solutions. Has participated in the process of establishing, communicating and monitoring standards for quality and excellence. Demonstrates the ability to actually work on and improve a current business process, product or service. CLINICAL EXPERTISE (INTERMEDIATE):- Demonstrates the mastery of patient care including patient assessment and treatment, care planning, patient education and evidence based practice. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training and expertise to role model and coach less experienced staff. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Organizational Impact: Plans and sets day to day objectives for the team that have a direct effect on the results of the department or area that the job is in. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Resolves technical and operational problems within provided guidelines. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies advanced subject matter knowledge within a specific technical area and basic management knowledge to support the team. Team Interaction: Leads/supervises a unit within a department or a small department. Typically without budget or hire/fire authority. Role is typically a 'working' supervisor. CORE CAPABILITIES: SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES (M1): Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICES (M1): Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. ENSURING HIGH QUALITY (M1): Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. MANAGING RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY (M1): Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. FOSTERING INNOVATION (M1): Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Lactation Consultant, 4 East Mother/Baby, FT Nights (40 hrs/wk) Requisition Number 1910510 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. It is a place where your diversity — of culture, thinking, learning and leading — 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. Click Here To View The VUMC Promise of Discovery Department/Unit Summary Applies in-depth knowledge of a wide range of maternal and neonatal acute and chronic conditions that may affect breastfeeding. Assesses and manages complex lactation problems and assists the mother in attaining her individual breastfeeding goals. Functions as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team as a consultant, educator, and mentor to nurses, health care professionals and patients. Your Role: Provides direct care for inpatient mother-baby couplets, and neonates. Develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and revises preparation for childbirth, newborn care, sibling preparation, postpartum, and breastfeeding classes for expectant and new parents. Develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and revises preceptorships, in-service programs, workshops and continuing education classes on topics related to breastfeeding management for nursing staff, medical staff, and students of health care-related fields (RN, ARNP, CNM, MD, RD, etc.) as well as staff education materials. Assists in the management of the breast pump rental station. Manages work flow in the perinatal education department. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Position Qualifications Required: Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (or equivalent experience) 3 years relevant experience Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration (LCR): International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Required Registered Nurse Required Position Shift: 40 hrs/wk 9:00pm - 5:30am M- F with rotating weekend coverage VUMC Recent Accomplishments Because we are committed to providing the best in patient care, education and research, we are proud of our recent accomplishments: US News & World Report: #1 Hospital in Tennessee, #1 Health Care Provider in Nashville, #1 Audiology ( Bill Wilkerson Center ), 12 adult and 10 pediatric clinical specialties ranked among the nation's best, #15 Education and Training Truven Health Analytics: among the top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in the U.S. Becker's Hospital Review: one of the "100 Greatest Hospitals in America" The Leapfrog Group: grade "A" in Hospital Safety Score National Institutes of Health: among the top 10 grant awardees for medical research in the US Magnet Recognition Program: Vanderbilt nurses are the only group honored in Tennessee Nashville Business Journal: Middle Tennessee's healthiest employer American Hospital Association: among the 100 "Most Wired" medical systems in the US Achieve the Remarkable Learn more about VUMC Nursing: Nursing Careers : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/index.html Benefits : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/benefits.html Our Nursing Philosophy : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/philosophy.html Our Nursing Leadership : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/leadership.html Shared Governance : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/shared-governance.html Education & Professional Development : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/professional-development.html Life In Nashville : http://www.vumcnursingcareers.com/nashville.html VUMC Nursing : http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/root/vumc.php?site=vanderbilt-nursing TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES: LACTATION KNOWLEDGE (INTERMEDIATE): Demonstrates mastery of lactation knowledge in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of successfully delivering results without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job. NURSING PATIENT EDUCATION (INTERMEDIATE): Demonstrates mastery of patient education in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge, training, and experience to be capable of providing patient health education services without requiring instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example, giving technical instruction, providing leadership, and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job. OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (NOVICE): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate operations management in practical applications of moderate difficulty. MENTORING & COACHING - (INTERMEDIATE): Demonstrates good training and mentoring practices on a regular basis. Acts as a mentor to a person in need of support and direction. Makes a concerted effort to seek problem definition so it is clearly understood, clarifying and refining goals, as needed. Knows how to make personal gains apparent, supporting pride in accomplishment. Cites specific examples of conduct and responds to lack of progress in constructive ways. Encourages two way dialogue, soliciting opinions of people being trained and mentored. Explores alternative solutions and approaches which make a person or team more likely to accomplish their goals. CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES: Organizational Impact: Independently delivers on objectives with understanding of how they impact the results of own area/team and other related teams. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes multiple sources of data to analyze and resolve complex problems; may take a new perspective on existing solution. Breadth of Knowledge: Has advanced knowledge within a professional area and basic knowledge across related areas. Team Interaction: Acts as a go-to resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small project teams. CORE CAPABILITIES: SUPPORTING COLLEAGUES (P3): Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. DELIVERING EXCELLENT SERVICES (P3): Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. ENSURING HIGH QUALITY (P3): Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. MANAGING RESOURCES EFFECTIVELY (P3): Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. FOSTERING INNOVATION (P3): Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.