Registered Nurse- ICU - Nights (PRN)

As a Registered Nurse in the ICU at Nashville General Hospital, you will be responsible for administering medications, monitoring vital signs, managing ventilators, coordinating patient care with the healthcare team, and documenting patient conditions. Your role is critical in ensuring that patients receive the best care possible during their stay.

To be considered for the Registered Nurse- ICU - Nights (PRN) position at Nashville General Hospital, you must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program, possess at least two years of ICU experience, hold a current Tennessee RN license, and have BLS and ACLS certifications. Strong communication skills are essential for this role.

As a PRN ICU Registered Nurse at Nashville General Hospital, you will work night shifts, providing essential care during varying hours. Flexible scheduling allows you to choose shifts that fit your lifestyle, making it easier to balance work and personal commitments.

Nashville General Hospital offers a range of benefits to PRN ICU Registered Nurses, including medical, vision, and dental coverage, as well as short and long-term disability options. Employees can also take advantage of a retirement plan with company contributions, tuition reimbursement for further education, and flexible spending accounts.

Nashville General Hospital is committed to professional development and offers tuition reimbursement for employees and their dependents. This support allows Registered Nurses in the ICU to further their education and skills, facilitating career advancement and improved patient care.

ICU Registered Nurses at Nashville General Hospital can expect a collaborative and supportive patient care team environment. With a low patient-to-nurse ratio of 2:1, you’ll be able to focus on delivering quality care in a well-coordinated manner alongside other healthcare professionals.

Yes, Nashville General Hospital is an HRSA eligible employer, which means that qualified Registered Nurses can take advantage of a loan forgiveness program. This program is designed to help alleviate student debt for those working in underserved communities.

When answering this question, highlight specific situations from your previous ICU experience, emphasizing critical patient care scenarios. Focus on how you handled emergencies, collaborated with your team, and contributed to positive patient outcomes.

Discuss your strategies for prioritizing tasks, such as using a systematic approach to assess patient needs, delegating responsibilities when appropriate, and maintaining open communication with your team to ensure that all critical tasks are managed effectively.

Provide an example where you demonstrated empathy and professionalism while addressing a challenging situation. Talk about the steps you took to resolve the issue and how you supported the patient and their family during the process.

Share your commitment to continuous learning, such as attending workshops, reading industry publications, engaging in professional nursing organizations, and pursuing additional certifications that enhance your skills as a critical care nurse.

Discuss qualities such as resilience, adaptability, strong communication skills, teamwork, and clinical competence. Explain how these traits contribute to effective patient care, particularly in a fast-paced ICU environment.

Detail your systematic approach to medication administration, including verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and monitoring patients for adverse effects. Highlight your attention to detail and commitment to safety in all nursing practices.

Provide examples of how you approach conflict resolution, focusing on open communication, active listening, and collaborative problem-solving. Emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive work environment for optimal patient care.

Discuss your approach to providing emotional support, such as active listening, providing information, involving social workers or chaplains, and ensuring that the family feels heard and involved in the treatment process.

Share self-care practices you incorporate into your routine, such as taking breaks, seeking supervision or mentorship, participating in debriefing sessions, and fostering a supportive network with colleagues to create a balanced work-life dynamic.

Express your enthusiasm for working in an ICU, your admiration for the values of Nashville General Hospital, and how your skills align with their commitment to serving the community. Show passion for contributing positively to patient care in an environment you respect.