Registered Nurse (RN) - Full Time OVERNIGHTS
Progressive Directions Inc. (PDI)
Dover, Tennessee
Posted Aug 12
- Shift
- Nights
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Nights
- Weekends
- Every other weekend
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Precepting expected
- Setting
- Residential
- Accepts
- RN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in Tennessee is $33/hr, across 154 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Join Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) and be part of something bigger. Here, your care creates possibilities.
We’re hiring a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Dover, TN! If you’re ready to make an impact where it truly matters by providing care and support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a valued member of our nursing team, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the health, safety, and dignity of the people we support.
About Us
Progressive Directions, Inc. (PDI) is a trusted Tennessee-based nonprofit dedicated to empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live meaningful, self-directed lives. For almost 50 years, PDI has provided person-centered supports through residential, day, and employment programs that prioritize dignity, independence, and community inclusion.
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What You’ll Do as Part of Our Nursing Team
Your responsibilities will include
Providing compassionate nursing care as prescribed by treating physicians Implementing and monitoring Individualized Health Care Plans and Medical Crisis Plans Assisting with daily living activities to promote comfort and independence Administering medications safely and maintaining accurate records Tracking and documenting vital signs, seizures, intake/output, bowel/bladder patterns, and other clinical data Maintaining medical supplies and equipment in clean, working order Participating in Annual ISP and Circle of Support meetings to coordinate care Accompanying individuals to medical appointments and ensuring follow-up on referrals, tests, and lab work Reviewing and updating Medication Administration Records (MARs) and promptly reporting variances Supporting therapy plans and ensuring assistive devices remain safe and functional Overseeing psychotropic medication documentation and obtaining required consents Monitoring health trends, such as weight changes, falls, or seizure activity, and reporting concerns promptly to the Agency DON. Training or mentoring new staff members on health-related plans and documentation
You’ll also work closely with physicians, therapists, and direct support staff to provide consistent, person-centered care that meets DDA and PDI standards and supports meaningful outcomes for each person served.
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
Purpose with heart: Every shift makes a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with disabilities Supportive team: You’ll work alongside compassionate nurses, leaders, and direct support professionals who truly have your back Strong leadership: We value communication, trust, and professional respect across every level Work-life balance: Predictable schedule, every other weekend off, and leadership that understands real life happens Growth opportunities: Continued training and skill-building through hands-on experience Positive culture: We believe in teamwork, humor, and showing up for each other because great care starts with great people
PLUS We Offer
Competitive Pay Comprehensive Benefit Package (medical, dental, vision, life, ad&d, aflac) Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Time Employee Referral Program Employee Assistance Program And More...
Schedule
PRN
Location: Dover, TN
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and a heart for service Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities is a plus, but we’ll train the right person! A current, active license in good standing as a RN issued by the State of Tennessee, or by a Nursing Compact state recognized by Tennessee Current and valid unrestricted driver's license Reliable transportation Current BLS Certification Satisfactory background check and drug test Negative TB test
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Requirements
- What We’re Looking For
- Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and a heart for service
- Prior experience supporting individuals with disabilities is a plus, but we’ll train the right person!
- A current, active license in good standing as a RN issued by the State of Tennessee, or by a Nursing Compact state recognized by Tennessee
- Current and valid unrestricted driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Current BLS Certification
- Satisfactory background check and drug test
- Negative TB test
Place
- City
- Dover, Tennessee
- State price level
- 8% below the national average
Tennessee index 91.9, where 100 is the national average.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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You care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in homes and community settings around Dover. Progressive Directions Inc. is a Tennessee nonprofit that has spent about fifty years offering residential, day, and employment supports. As an RN you carry…
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