Staff Nurse - RN - Recovery Room jobs in Knoxville, TN

Staff Nurse - RN - Recovery Room provides professional nursing care to assigned post-operative patients. Monitors vital signs, administers medications, including intravenous medications, and develops patient care plans in conjunction with surgeons and anesthesiologists. Being a Staff Nurse - RN - Recovery Room provides support to patients waking up from anesthesia, including bandage maintenance, pain management, nausea treatment, and ensuring patients receive adequate rest, fluids and nutrients. Observes patients' progress, records observations in patient medical records, and updates attending physicians directly when necessary. Additionally, Staff Nurse - RN - Recovery Room teaches patients how to clean bandages, take medication, and follow post-surgical care instructions. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires a valid state RN license. Staff Nurse - RN - Recovery Room's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Float Nurse RN
  • Landmark Recovery
  • Seymour, TN FULL_TIME
  • We’re looking for people who are excited to join our passionate, authentic, and courageous team. We’re uncompromising in the pursuit of excellence: our core values are more than just words on a page - we live and breathe them. To work at Landmark Recovery is to make a promise to help our patients achieve their wildest dreams. Our mission is to unlock human potential and save a million lives over the next hundred years.

    We’re looking for people who are excited to join our passionate, authentic, and courageous team. We’re uncompromising in the pursuit of excellence: our core values are more than just words on a page - we live and breathe them. To work at Landmark Recovery is to make a promise to help our patients achieve their wildest dreams. Our mission is to unlock human potential and save a million lives over the next hundred years.

    Landmark Recovery operates Residential Treatment Programs for individuals with Substance Abuse Disorder. We seek not merely to restore sobriety, but to transform our patients’ worlds from a state of everlasting darkness to vibrant technicolor. We believe that treatment is local, individualized, holistic and relational. We’re currently in several states and are rapidly growing nationally. Learn more at https://landmarkrecovery.com/.

    We’re always looking for people that raise the bar. Learn more about the bar here…

    https://landmarkrecovery.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023.03.14-The-Bar-.pdf

    Summary

    Are you a compassionate and dedicated nurse seeking to make a difference in the lives of those struggling with addiction? Landmark Recovery is a leading addiction treatment center, and we are looking for talented individuals who share our core values of personal accountability and drive to join our team.

    At Landmark Recovery, we seek candidates who not only possess qualities that align with our values of drive and accountability but also demonstrate determination, problem-solving, and grit.

    We understand that everyone has their unique strengths, but we’ve found that those who thrive at Landmark Recovery exhibit the following traits:

    • Openness to occasionally working extra shifts and demonstrating schedule flexibility to support our patients and team.
    • Confidence in making prompt, effective decisions that positively impact patient care.
    • Independence and self-reliance, with the ability to work effectively without continuous supervision or guidance.
    • Enthusiasm for engaging with patients and colleagues, as well as working collaboratively as part of a team.
    • Resilience and composure in the face of challenging situations or aggressive behavior.
    • A growth mindset, with the willingness to accept feedback and adapt to new circumstances.
    • Demonstrated determination and perseverance when tackling obstacles, showing an unwavering commitment to patient care.
    • Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively in addressing complex situations.
    • Strong work ethic, with a "can-do" attitude and a relentless drive to make a positive impact on patients' lives.
    • A balance of empathy and assertiveness, ensuring compassionate care while maintaining a strong presence in challenging scenarios.
    • High level of initiative and resourcefulness, consistently seeking opportunities to improve processes and deliver exceptional care.

    If you recognize these qualities in yourself and are passionate about contributing to a life-changing mission, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join our dedicated team in providing exceptional care to those in need. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

    Responsibilities

    Our nurses always monitor patients, ensuring safety and compliance with program protocols. They assess patients continually to evaluate changes in acuity and physical state, relaying critical information to Physicians or Nurse Practitioners as needed, and making recommendations about transfer to higher levels of care as needed.

    • Places orders to toxicology laboratories, blood analysis laboratories, and pharmacies
    • Receives and analyzes results from laboratories
    • Communicates laboratory results to a Physician or Nurse Practitioner
    • Receives and stores all orders from pharmacy
    • Takes and records patient vital signs
    • Assesses patient symptoms regularly, reporting condition changes to a Physician if a change in care plan may be necessary
    • Dispenses medications to patients as needed
    • Responds to medical emergencies and calls Physician for orders
    • Screens patients upon admission and works with physician to determine whether patient is appropriate for admission
    • Supervises patient monitoring station or delegates to other staff as necessary
    • Monitors on-site narcotics to prevent theft or abuse
    • Leads patient community meetings as necessary in absence of available Patient Engagement Specialist
    • Participates in Performance Improvement Committee meetings as needed
    • In absence of managers, acts as supervisor on duty and ensures other staff carry out all duties and responsibilities of their positions
    • Assists with supervising Licensed Practical Nurses
    • Works cooperatively and collaboratively with everyone including employees, management and external agencies

    Qualifications

    • AA or higher in Nursing required and BA/BS or higher preferred
    • Active state Registered Nursing or Licensed Practical Nursing License
    • 2 years of prior experience in psychiatric nursing preferred
    • 2 years of experience in a managerial role preferred
    • Chemical Dependency Treatment experience preferred
    • Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required
    • Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
    • Certification in First Aid required
    • Be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs
    • Personal passion or interest in substance abuse issues strongly preferred
    • Commitment to drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use is essential
    • Authorization to work in the US is required

    At Landmark Recovery, we believe diversity is a strength. We seek talented, qualified employees regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

    We respect the time and energy it takes to apply for the next step on your career path, so we will make every effort to contact you quickly after receiving your application. Thank you for your consideration and interest in working with us at Landmark Recovery.

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Part-Time Nursing Staff (LPN/RN)
  • Knoxville Recovery Center
  • Knoxville, TN PART_TIME
  • DescriptionDescriptionAre you interested in a fulfilling career within the addiction and recovery industry? Do you long to positively impact the lives of others? If so, we have good news! Knoxville Re...
  • 21 Days Ago

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RN - Recovery PRN Nights
  • English Mountain Recovery
  • Sevierville, TN PART_TIME
  • RN - Recovery PRN Nights | English Mountain Recovery | Sevierville, TennesseeAbout the Job:The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care to patients. Supervising care treatment and se...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg - $1,813 to $1,868 per week in Jefferson City, TN
  • Focus Staff
  • Jefferson, TN FULL_TIME
  • Focus Staff is seeking a Med Surg Registered Nurse for a travel contract in Jefferson City, TN. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a Med Surg setting.Contract Length: 13 We...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Knoxville, Tennessee
  • Towne Nursing Staff
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • ESHYFT is a mobile app that connects nurses to flexible shifts at long-term care facilities. In 25 states, vetted CNAs, LPNs, and RNs, use ESHYFT’s top-rated nurse app to pick up shifts where they wan...
  • 18 Days Ago

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IV Infusion Nurse
  • RN Enterprises Infusion Services, Inc.
  • Knoxville, TN FULL_TIME
  • We are a Veteran Owned and Operated Small Business. We are in need of an excellent Infusion Nurse who can start a PIV and administer specialty medications in the home, such as IVIG. The nurse will sta...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Nurse Practitioner Clinic
  • Community Health System
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Job Description Examines and treats patients independently and in autonomous collaboration with other health care profes...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook
  • RehabCare
  • Knoxville, TN
  • A career at Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital, a 57-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Li...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LPN/LVN
  • Encompass Health Corp.
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Full and Part time day and night shifts available. Pay ranges from $23.00-$30.00/hr A stronger bond with patients A stro...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Rehab Nursing Tech
  • Encompass Health Corp.
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Full and part time, day and night shifts available. Pay ranges from $15.50-$20.00/hr Extra attention to detail Exception...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN - Post Operations
  • All Medical Personnel
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Specialty: RN-Post Operations/Recovery Room -Travel Job Description Post-operative nurses provide intensive care to pati...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Description PT Night Shift RNs needed 7pm-730am (2 nights/week) Description A career at Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospita...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
  • Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Description Day Shift Par-Time LPNs needed 7-730 (2 days/week) A career at Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital, a 57-bed i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Nursing Assistant
  • Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Description Seeking part-time Nursing Assistants (Day & Night Shift)! Weekend availability is a must Description A caree...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a population of 178,874 as of the 2010 census, making it the state's third largest city after Nashville and Memphis. Knoxville is the principal city of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which, in 2016, was 868,546, up 0.9 percent, or 7,377 people, from to 2015. The KMSA is, in turn, the central component of the Knoxville-Sevierville-La Follette Combined Statistical Area, which, in 2013, had a population of 1,096,961. First settled in 178...
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Income Estimation for Staff Nurse - RN - Recovery Room jobs
$79,118 to $99,123
Knoxville, Tennessee area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago