Registered Nurse (RN) PCU/Telemetry - PRN

Haywood Regional Medical Center; Clyde (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Employee well-being programs

Job summary

Haywood Regional Medical Center in Clyde, North Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Telemetry. This role involves performing patient assessments, initiating nursing interventions, and providing specialized care for patients primarily diagnosed with respiratory failure and cardiac conditions.

The position requires a current RN license in North Carolina and an Associate’s degree. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage, financial protection, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• AHA BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs.
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
• Provides care appropriate to the condition and age of the patient.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Capability to work in a stressful environment

Education

Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school

Current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license

AHA BLS certification

Job description

Position Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU/Telemetry

Job Type: PRN | Days

Schedule: 12‑hour shifts, PRN – As needed, days (7a-7p). Holidays and weekends may be required.

Unit Description

22‑bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Telemetry unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5.

Staffed by RNs, CNAs, Telemetry Techs, and unit secretaries, the unit provides specialized care for patients primarily diagnosed with respiratory failure and cardiac conditions.

Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited nursing school.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS certifications required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Capability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at $10 per pay period.
• Financial protection & PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; paid family leave and paid time off.
• Career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well‑being programs: 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.
• Access to the hospital’s health and fitness center.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Haywood Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Haywood 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.