RN Clinical Nurse III - 4 West: Intermediate Care

UNC Health; United States; On-site; USD 49,015 - 74,968; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 commitment incentive

$25,000 tuition loan forgiveness

$10,000 relocation assistance

Employee referral program

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse III to join their team in Raleigh, NC. This role involves providing comprehensive care to patients on the intermediate and acute care unit, ensuring high standards of nursing practice. Responsibilities include assessment, education, and leadership. Candidates must hold a Registered Nurse license in North Carolina and have at least one year of nursing experience.

The position offers competitive pay between $35.58 and $54.42 per hour along with benefits such as relocation assistance and educational incentives. Work is full-time on nights, contributing to enhancing healthcare accessibility and quality.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse license in North Carolina.
• One year of nursing experience required.
• Completion of an accredited program within four years.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize data to determine care priorities.
• Develop and present education programs.
• Evaluate patient progress and revise plans as needed.
• Demonstrate expertise in caring for complex patients.
• Collaborate with families to update care plans.
• Assist with research data collection.

Skills

Assessment skills

Leadership abilities

Educational program development

Research skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing school

Bachelor's or Master's in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certifications on the ANCC Magnet list

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve.

This position qualifies for our UNC Rex Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness, up to $10,000 relocation assistance, and an employee referral program.

Summary

The Clinical Nurse III practices at the level of a competent to expert practitioner of nursing, as defined by Benner, P. (1984). The nurse at this level demonstrates competence in caring for patients with complex problems and provides clinical leadership through contributions to standards of care and unit goals. The Clinical Nurse III serves as a role model, preceptor, and participant in advancing nursing knowledge.

Unit 4 West is a fast‑paced intermediate and acute care unit serving post‑operative thoracic and neuroscience step‑down patients with an evidence‑based ERAS pathway. Patient stays are typically 3‑4 days. The unit also cares for overflow cardiac patients and a variety of medical patients (COPD, diabetes, pneumonia, renal failure). The team is dynamic and seeks likeminded individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assessment – synthesize data from complex situations to determine priorities for care and anticipate discharge needs of patients and families.
• Education – identify and meet learning needs of self and others and develop and present staff education programs.
• Evaluation – evaluate patient progress, revise plans, and maintain accountability for plan implementation.
• Implementation – demonstrate expertise in caring for complex patients, perform bedside point‑of‑care testing, provide direction to staff, and use hospital standards.
• Leadership – develop goals for professional growth, lead intra‑/interdepartmental collaboration, serve as a consultant, and participate in unit goals and performance improvement.
• Planning – collaborate with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care, use multidisciplinary resources, and address cultural and ethnic issues.
• Research – read relevant journals, discuss feasibility of implementation, and assist with research data collection and knowledge sharing.

Education Requirements

• Graduation from a state‑accredited school of professional nursing.
• For hires after January 6, 2014, completion of an accredited program within four years and obtaining a Bachelor's or Master's in Nursing within seven years.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Registered Nurse license in North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification.
• Professional certification relevant to the practice area and on the ANCC Magnet approved list within the probationary period.

Professional Experience Requirements

• One year of nursing experience.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit: Rex 4 West

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

Salary Range: $35.58 – $54.42 per hour (Hiring Range)

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Night Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh

Exempt From Overtime: No

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for religious practices, beliefs, and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a career opportunity, email [e-mail].