Registered Nurse - ICU - PRN

LifePoint Health; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an ICU Registered Nurse for Harris Regional Hospital in North Carolina. This position involves direct patient care, maintaining clinical competencies, and adhering to state nursing standards. Candidates must hold valid RN licensure and certifications in BLS, with ACLS and PALS preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have current RN licensure in North Carolina.
• AHA BLS certification required.
• AHA ACLS certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to ICU patients.
• Utilize nursing process in accordance with policies.
• Delegate patient care priorities to staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Competency

Delegation

Education

Current Registered Nurse licensure

Tools

AHA BLS certification

AHA ACLS certification

AHA PALS certification

Job description

Position Summary:
The ICU Registered Nurse holds shift accountability to provide direct care to the patients by utilization of the nursing process in accordance with the established policies and procedures of Harris Regional Hospital. Abides by the standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Maintains clinical competencies through continuing education. Delegates patient care priorities commensurate with the education and experience of other staff.

Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must have current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of North Carolina or from a compact state.
2. Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required.
3. Current AHA ACLS certification within 1 year of hire and maintain thereafter.
4. Current AHA PALS certification preferred, but not required.

EEOC Statement
“Harris Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Harris Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”