Staff Nurse-Emergency Department-$20,000 Sign On Bonus- Day Shift

UNC Health Care; Old Farm (NC); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health in North Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Emergency Department team at Lenoir Health Care. The RN will lead nursing care using the nursing process, assess patient needs, and coordinate care across disciplines.

The role requires current NC RN licensure, BCLS, strong communication, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. This full-time, onsite position offers 36 hours per week with an hourly salary range of $32.27–$40.34.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current NC RN license; BCLS; specialty certifications as required.
• Good interpersonal skills; communicates clearly in writing and speech.
• Ability to multi-task; strong organizational skills; patient-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide and evaluate age-specific patient care using nursing process.
• Analyze patient health problems and develop nursing care plans.
• Maintain medical records and coordinate with the care team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal & written communication

Clinical computer systems

Self-motivation

Organization

Multi-tasking

Customer focus

Judgment & problem solving

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing

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.

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 from an accredited School of Nursing

Professional Experience Requirement

• None required for 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; BCLS certification; additional certifications required in specialty areas.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Good interpersonal skills; Communicates clearly and concisely verbally and in writing


• Exposure and basic skills in use of clinical computer systems


• Self-motivation; strong organizational skills; able to multi-task; goal oriented


• Strong customer focus


• Strong judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Work Environment

• Exposure to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment; exposure to other hazards, such as radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, etc. based on the departments. Possible exposure to conditions, such as noxious odors, fumes, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.

Physical Requirement

• Requires a range of physical activity from sedentary work to heavy work. Includes sitting, standing, walking and lifting patients; some carrying, pushing, pulling, and lifting objects involved in day-to-day activities. Ability to use appropriate Safe-Patient Handling equipment Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary. Ability to concentrate in surroundings.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Emergency Dept

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

Salary Range:$32.27 - $40.34per hour (Minimum to Midpoint )

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No