Experienced RN: UNC Medical Center- ED
UNC Health12 months ago
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Join UNC Medical Center’s Emergency Department as an Experienced RN. In this full‐time role, you will deliver competent clinical nursing care within a Level 1 Trauma Center serving both adults and pediatrics. Be part of an inclusive team of over 40,000 professionals dedicated to improving community health and fostering professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in identifying and meeting learning needs through education programs and patient teaching.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Provide competent care for patients with complex physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs while adhering to organizational policies.
- Assist in the development of personal and unit goals that promote professional growth and effective teamwork.
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine care priorities and future discharge planning.
- Collaborate with patients and families in planning and updating individualized care plans.
- Engage in professional research by reviewing current literature and integrating applicable practices.
Required Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) with at least one year of work experience.
- Experience in emergency nursing is highly valued.
- Certification in ACLS, PALS, CPI, and TNCC (training provided as needed).
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
- Graduation from a school of professional nursing.
- Licensed to practice as an RN in North Carolina with current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Benefits & Perks
- Three options for commitment incentive ranging from $15K to $25K
- Relocation Assistance
- Safe work environment with on-site security and a supportive interdisciplinary team.
- Competitive hourly rate of $33.88 - $47.91 per hour along with UNC Health benefits.
- Consistent 12-hour night shifts with a standard 36-hour work week and no on-call requirements.
Required Skills
BLS
Teamwork
Patient Assessment
Critical Thinking
ACLS
Communication
Emergency Nursing