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