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Registered Nurse - Medical / Surgical

Ascension

Murfreesboro, Tennessee

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RNMedical-SurgicalPost Surgical

Last seen active Jul 30, 2026

About this role

Your future role at a glance: Location: Murfreesboro, TN Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford Department: Med Surg | Post Surgical Schedule: Full-Time | Days How you'll make an impact in this role: Deliver high-quality direct nursing care by executing physician orders and clinical protocols to ensure every patient receives safe, evidence-based treatment. Serve as the central clinical coordinator for the multidisciplinary team, managing the implementation of care plans and providing real-time updates on patient condition. Facilitate a seamless transition through the healthcare system by assessing discharge needs and collaborating with the team to prepare patients for their next stage of recovery. What minimum qualifications you'll need: Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Education:
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Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN License (Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing)
  • BLS Certification (obtained within 1 Month of hire date, American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)
  • Nursing Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient condition reporting
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals
  • Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery
  • Evidence-based practice

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Retirement benefits including employer match plans
  • Long-term & short-term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement

About the employer

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Ascension
Hiring organization

Ascension is one of the nation's leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable. The organization has a national presence with hospitals…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • National presence with multiple hospitals and care sites across the country, offering potential for career mobility
  • Mission-driven organization with a clear commitment to serving vulnerable and underserved populations
  • Inclusive culture that recognizes and celebrates diverse talents and perspectives

What reviewers flag

  • Specific nurse feedback from review sites was not available in the provided research, limiting ability to identify documented challenges
  • Large Catholic health system may involve faith-based care policies that could influence clinical practice expectations
  • No specific information on nurse-to-patient ratios, compensation, or benefits was available from provided sources

Benefits: Ascension's own materials do not detail nurse-specific benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, or paid time off.

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Living in Murfreesboro, TN

Murfreesboro sits in the heart of Middle Tennessee, roughly 35 miles southeast of Nashville. Home to Middle Tennessee State University and the Stones River Greenway, it blends college-town energy with Civil War history and steady suburban growth—appealing for nurses who want proximity to Nashville without big-city living.

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Metro price level · Murfreesboro area
96.3
4% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,481/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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