Senior Pediatric Mental Health RN – Inpatient Leader

UNC Health Care; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 67,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment incentive

Relocation assistance

Job summary

UNC Health Care is seeking a Clinical Nurse III for the New Day Inpatient Unit, a 15-bed adolescent mental health unit in Butner, NC. The role involves clinical leadership, complex patient care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a high-acuity setting.

The position requires RN licensure in North Carolina, BLS, and 1 year of nursing experience, with a preference for child/adolescent mental health experience. Eligible for incentive and relocation assistance, onsite work.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is required.
• One year nursing experience preferred or required as specified.

Responsibilities

• Assess and synthesize data to determine care priorities.
• Educate and participate in staff education programs.
• Evaluate patient progress and adjust plans accordingly.
• Provide expert care for patients with complex problems and guide care plans.
• Lead and model professional nursing practice across units.
• Collaborate with families to plan care and discharge.
• Support research by applying findings and sharing knowledge.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Leadership

Patient assessment

Education

Graduation from a state-accredited school of professional nursing

Bachelor's or Master's in Nursing within seven years

Job description

UNC Health Care is seeking a Clinical Nurse III for the New Day Inpatient Unit, a 15-bed adolescent mental health unit in Butner, NC. The role involves clinical leadership, complex patient care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in a high-acuity setting.

The position requires RN licensure in North Carolina, BLS, and 1 year of nursing experience, with a preference for child/adolescent mental health experience. Eligible for incentive and relocation assistance, onsite work.