Registered Nurse (RN) Intermediate Medical Care Unit (IMCU)

Memorial Physician Practices; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Frye Regional Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Intermediate Medical Care Unit (IMCU) in Hickory, NC. This full-time role involves 12-hour night shifts with self-scheduling options and a focus on high-acuity patient care.

You will perform assessments, document care, develop care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while meeting licensure and certification requirements. A strong commitment to patient safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license required (NC preferred).
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.
• One year of Acute Hospital RN experience.
• One to two years IMCU/PCU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs.
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient.
• Documents medical necessity in the medical record in a timely manner.
• Completes and revises Interdisciplinary Care Plans for each patient.
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments.

Skills

Patient assessments

Nursing interventions

Documentation

Care planning

QI assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Intermediate Medical Care Unit (IMCU)

Job Type: Full-time | 3x12 Hour Shifts | Nights

$10,000 - $20,000 Commitment-Incentive Bonus

Your experience matters

Frye Regional Medical Center 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 (RN) joining our team, you are 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

The Intermediate Medical Care Unit (IMCU) at Frye Regional Medical Center is a 12-bed unit caring for patients who require close monitoring and specialized nursing care. Our team is known for its exceptional collaboration, supportive culture, and commitment to delivering outstanding patient outcomes. Nurses enjoy the opportunity to expand their clinical skills while working alongside experienced colleagues in a positive, team-oriented environment that values professional growth and work-life balance.

Highlights

• 12-Hour Shifts
• Self-Scheduling
• 12-Bed Unit
• High-Acuity Patient Population
• Strong Teamwork & Supportive Culture

How you'll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) 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
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current state RN license. Bachelor's degree preferred but not required. Additional requirements include:

• Active North Carolina RN license (single-state) or compact required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of Acute Hospital RN experience required.
• One to two years of IMCU/ PCU experience preferred.

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 for full-time and part-time employees.
• 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.

More about Frye Regional Medical Center

Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355-bed hospital offering acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation that has been offering exceptional care to the Hickory NC community since 1911. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital.

EEOC Statement

Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.