Detailsnn$1,688Local Weekly Ratenn$2,117 Travel Weekly RatennDepartment: Associate Travel Program - PCU/Step DownnnSchedule: Multiple shifts available, 36 hours per weeknnHospital: St. Thomas RutherfordnnLocation: Murfreesboro, TNnnThis position is a permanent, full time position made up of 8-13 week assignments - not a short term option or temporary contract. Ability to extend as needed. Benefited positions available, rate changes will apply.nnFor more information about the internal Ascension Travel Program, please visit our site ( .nnBenefitsnnPaid time off (PTO)nnVarious health insurance options & wellness plansnnRetirement benefits including employer match plansnnLong-term & short-term disabilitynnEmployee assistance programs (EAP)nnParental leave & adoption assistancennTuition reimbursementnnWays to give back to your communitynnBenefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.nnResponsibilitiesnnProvide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Will support PCU and Step Down units.nnImplement and monitor patient care plans.nnMonitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.nnServe as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.nnNote and carry out physician and nursing orders.nnAssess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.nnRequirementsnnLicensure / Certification / Registration:nnBLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.nnRegistered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Must have compact RN license or state RN license relevant to travel assignment location prior to start of assignment.nnEducation:nnDiploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.nnWork Experience:nnOne year of RN experience in an acute care setting required.nnAdditional PreferencesnnOne year recent RN experience in PCU/Step Down unit strongly preferred.nnBLS and ACLS required.nnAbility to float to like units within the hospital.nnContract to start before 2/1/2025 (8-13 week contracts)nn#ATPnnWhy Join Our TeamnnAscension associates are key to our commitment of transforming healthcare and providing care to all, especially those most in need. Join us and help us drive impact through reimagining how we can deliver a people-centered healthcare experience and creating the solutions to do it. Explore career opportunities across our ministry locations and within our corporate headquarters.nnAscension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.nnOur Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.nnEqual Employment Opportunity EmployernnAscension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.nnFor further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster.nnAs a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.nnPay Non-Discrimination Notice ( note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.nnE-Verify StatementnnThis employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.nnE-Verify (