Registered Nurse, Emergency Services

Central Carolina Hospital; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Paid Time Off

Tuition/Loan assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Well-being programs

Job summary

Central Carolina Hospital in a rural North Carolina community is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for our Emergency Department. You will deliver high-quality patient care in a supportive, team-focused environment.

We offer a commitment bonus of up to $20,000 for experienced RNs (or $10,000 for new graduates), flexible self-scheduling, and comprehensive benefits designed to support your well‑being and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina state RN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• ACLS within 90 days of hire
• 1 year Emergency Department experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred (advantageous)

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Delivers care aligned with patient age and condition
• Documents medical necessity in the medical record in a timely manner
• Completes and revises the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient

Skills

Emergency nursing

Patient assessment

Documentation

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

This position is eligible for a commitment bonus! $20,000 for experienced RNs, and $10,000 for new graduate RNs.

Your Experience Matters

Central Carolina Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse on the Emergency Department team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our Emergency Department is a rural twenty-bed unit where we are focused on providing patient centered care in a friendly environment. Work/Life Balance is very important to us, so we currently offer self-scheduling. If you would like to be a part of a growing, enthusiastic team that believes in teamwork and quality outcomes then give us a try! Our smaller community-based emergency department may be exactly what you are looking for!

How You'll Contribute

A Registered Nurse who excels in this role:

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Applicants should have a current North Carolina state or compact state RN license. Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire
• ACLS is required within 90 days of hire
• Associate's degree in nursing is required (Bachelor's degree is preferred)
• A minimum of 1 year of Emergency Room nursing is required.

Schedule

7a-7p ; 3x12s with rotating weekends

More About Central Carolina Hospital

Central Carolina Hospital is a 137-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Lee County community for over 115 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and by the American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center. We have also earned Heart Failure Accreditation from the American College of Cariology. In 2024, we received the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines Stroke Rural Recognition Silver Award.

EEOC Statement

"Central Carolina Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Central Carolina Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."