Staff Nurse

UNC REX Healthcare; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Lenoir Health Care in Lenoir, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Ip Rehab Facility. You will operate as a key member of the care team, using the nursing process, to assess and plan patient care and maintain medical records.

The role requires NC RN licensure, BLS and ACLS within one year, and strong communication with patients and staff. It is a full-time, onsite position with a Day Job schedule at the Ip Rehab Facility.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina; BLS, ACLS within one year.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; patient-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Direct and provide patient care using the nursing process.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans and document medical records.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure quality outcomes.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service orientation

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) operates as a key member of the health care team using the nursing process, clinical skills and leadership to direct, provide and evaluate age/population specific patient care according to the department’s scope of service. Analyze patient health problems and needs, develop and implement nursing care plans, and maintain medical records.

Responsibilities:
The ill, injured, convalescent, or disabled patients are key customers. Patients, families and the other members of the healthcare team, as key customers, are provided with cost efficient care with excellent clinical outcomes, provided by a team member who understands and respects each member of the multidiscipline team and interacts with other team members and customers in a friendly, helpful and courteous manner.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• None required for beginning nurse/new graduates. Requirements for specialty areas are defined as 1-2 years of experience in specialty area or related clinical experience.

LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina; BLS certification, ACLS certification within one year. Additional certifications such as PALS, TNCC, and ENPC encouraged but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

• Good interpersonal, communication, and observation skills are essential. Communicates clearly and concisely verbally and in writing. Exposure to and basic skills in use of clinical computer system. Strong focus on customer service.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other infectious diseases requires the use of protective equipment. Exposed to other hazards such as radiation, toxic waste, and chemical hazards based on the department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

• Requires a range of physical activity from sedentary work to heavy work. This includes sitting, standing, walking and lifting patients and objects throughout the shift.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Ip Rehab Facility

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.