Description
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.
*This position qualifies for our UNC Rex 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.
Unit Description: 4 West is a fast-paced intermediate and acute care unit consisting of post-operative thoracic patients and neuroscience step down patients. Our thoracic surgical patients are on the evidence-based ERAS pathway and are up moving quickly, treated with multi-modal pain control, and length of stay is between 3-4 days. We are also caring for overflow cardiac patients utilizing cardiac drips for rate control, multiple therapies for congestive heart failure, treating unstable angina, and a variety of cardiac diagnoses. In addition to our intermediate patient population, we care for a variety of medical patients with diagnoses that can include, but are not limited to COPD, diabetes, pneumonia, and renal failure. We are a dynamic team that works well together and are searching for like-minded individuals.
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 contributions 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.
- Education - Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self and others, and assists in the development and presentation of staff education programs.
- Evaluation - Evaluates patient progress and revises plans accordingly.
- 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 and participates in activities that facilitate collaboration.
- Planning - Collaborates with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care, addressing cultural and ethnic issues.
- Research - Reads applicable journals and discusses feasibility of implementation with others.
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 or Master's degree in Nursing within seven years of employment.
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
● Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.
● Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification.
● Professional certification relevant to the practice area within the probationary period.
Professional Experience Requirements:
● One (1) year of nursing experience.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
Job Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: UNC REX Healthcare
Organization Unit: Rex 4 West
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $33.10 - $50.62 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Variable
Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
Exempt From Overtime: No
