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Community Memorial Hospital (CMH) ED is a 16-bed unit, including two trauma bays, serving residents of over 7 counties, including North Carolina. CMH is certified as a Primary Stroke Center and treats a diverse population from newborns to geriatrics. The ED census continues to grow each year and is predicted to hit 26,000 patients by the end of the fiscal year in June. This is a fast-paced environment that provides excellent experience for team members in treating all types of patients from urgent care to critical patients, such as trauma, stroke, sepsis, and STEMI. CMH fosters a family and patient-centered atmosphere with outstanding teamwork throughout the organization. The nursing leadership supports continuing education and provides opportunities for team members to advance their knowledge and skills in their nursing practice.
The Clinical Nurse I job integrates technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. Responsibilities include delivering and accurately documenting direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care, as well as safely administering prescribed medications.
The Clinical Nurse II job demonstrates mastery of clinical skills and applies this knowledge to a specific patient population. This role recognizes changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately while mobilizing resources to meet the individualized needs of patients and families. Responsibilities include providing direction, education, and assuming leadership responsibilities at the unit level.
The Clinical Nurse III job demonstrates clinical knowledge at the unit level and applies this knowledge to a specific patient population. This role anticipates changes in patient situations and intervenes appropriately, providing direction and education while serving as a role model in a clinical setting.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Current RN licensure in Virginia, AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.
Experience REQUIRED:
Clin I: N/A
Clin II: 12 to 24 months RN experience
Clin III: 3 years of clinical experience.
Experience PREFERRED:
Clin I: Experience as an LPN, nursing assistant, or care partner in either an acute care setting.
Clin II, Clin III: Academic Health Care Experience; experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting.
Education/training REQUIRED:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program recognized by the state’s Board of Nursing. All registered nurses without a Bachelor's degree in Nursing will be required to enroll in an approved RN to BSN program within two years of their start date and complete the program within five years unless grandfathered under previous requirements.
Education/training PREFERRED:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited program. Clin III: Certification in specialty area.
Independent action(s) required:
Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders. Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing nursing practice in Virginia. Guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RNs, LPNs, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.
Additional position requirements:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin III: Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements:
Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances.
Activities: Prolonged standing, sitting, frequent bending, walking, climbing, reaching.
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speaking clearly, writing legibly, reading, logical thinking.
Emotional: Fast pace environment, able to handle multiple priorities, frequent and intense customer interactions.
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