Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh is seeking a Clinical Nurse to provide total comprehensive nursing to patients and families through a structured plan of care aligned with PFCC and ANA standards.

The role involves assessing developmental and health care needs, collaborating with the care team, and delivering education and support in a patient-centered environment. Nurse licensure is required; diploma or associate degree in nursing is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse required.
• Diploma in Nursing or an Associate's Degree in Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide total comprehensive nursing to patients and families through a care plan based on assessed needs.
• Assess patient physical, psychological, and socioeconomic needs to guide care and education.
• Support the PFCC model and adhere to ANA standards in care delivery.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Patient care

PFCC

Education

Diploma Nursing

Associate's Degree Nursing

Job description

Overview

The Clinical Nurse is responsible for providing total comprehensive nursing to patients and their families through the implementation of a plan of care. The plan is based upon the patient's developmental and health care needs identified through the assessment of the patient's physical, psychological, socioeconomic status, and physician orders regarding care, treatment, and education. The Clinical Nurse understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, values, and management of patient care services. The Clinical Nurse actively supports and incorporates ANA Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice, North Carolina Board of Nursing Practice Act, WakeMed's Division of Nursing Professional Practice model, and WakeMed's Patient & Family Centered Care (PFCC) model. The four key concepts of PFCC are: Dignity and Respect = Listen to and honor patient and family perspectives and choices; Information Sharing = Communicate and share complete and unbiased information with patients and families in ways that are affirming and useful; Participation = Patients and families are encouraged and supported in participating in care and decision-making at the level they choose; Collaboration = Patients and families and the Clinical Nurse collaborate in the delivery of care.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well‑being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Nurse Required

Education

Diploma Nursing Required - Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required

Experience

No Experience Required