Description
This position qualifies for our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness. In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. Learn more about our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program here.
The new Surgery Observation unit, in the new state-of-the-art North Carolina Surgical hospital, is a 15-bed unit, which provides care to a varied adult surgical population to include patients on observation status, extended recovery from PACU, and at times, those awaiting an inpatient bed assignment. Staff members are challenged by the pace of the unit and the many general and specialty services they care for to include such as ENT, Plastics, Trauma, Oncology amongst many others! Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration are hallmarks for this unit while providing expert “Carolina Care” to the patients and families we serve. Our ONE GREAT TEAM facilitates admissions, treatments, transfers, and discharges of patients 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.
This position is 36 hours/week with self-scheduling, with flexible day/night rotating schedule. It also qualifies for an extensive benefit and retirement package.
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Summary
The Clinical Nurse III practices at the level of a competent to expert practitioner of nursing, as defined by Benner, P. (1984). From Novice to Expert. Addison-Wesley Publishing Company. The nurse at this level demonstrates competence in caring for patients with complex problems. In addition, the Clinical Nurse III demonstrates clinical leadership skills through contribution to standards of care and unit goals. The Clinical Nurse III serves as a role model for other staff and a preceptor for new employees and participates in endeavors to increase nursing knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Assessment: Synthesizes data from complex situations to determine priorities for care, including appropriate physical, psychosocial and educational needs. Develops relationships with families that promote their ability to advocate for the patient and their own needs.
- Education: Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self and others. Assists in development of, and utilizes patient education materials relevant to patient population.
- Evaluation: Evaluates patient progress and revises plan accordingly. Maintains accountability for carrying out components of the plan.
- Implementation: Demonstrates expertise in care of patients with complex problems and provides direction in implementation of the plan.
- Leadership: Develops goals to promote professional growth. Participates in activities that facilitate intra/interdepartmental collaboration.
- Planning: Collaborates with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care, addressing cultural and ethnic issues in planning patient care.
- Research: Reads relevant journals and applies research findings to practice. Shares knowledge with staff.
Other Information
Education Requirements:
● Graduation from a state-accredited school of professional nursing.
● If hired after January 6, 2014, must be enrolled in an accredited program within four years of employment, and obtain a Bachelor's degree with a major in Nursing or a Master's degree with a major in Nursing within seven years of employment date.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina.
● Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification.
● Professional certification relevant to the practice area is required within the probationary period of employment.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● One (1) year of nursing experience.
Job Details
Legal Employer: STATE
Entity: UNC Medical Center
Organization Unit: Surgical Observation Unit
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $33.10 - $50.62 per hour (Hiring Range)
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Rotating
Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill
Exempt From Overtime: No
This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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