Registered Nurse - Patient Care Unit / Medical Surgical Unit Full-Time (Day and Night Shift) and PRN positions. Competitive shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts. $10,000 sign-on for day shift; $12,000 sign-on for night shift Self-Scheduling; Flexibility for work/life balance Assesses patient's needs and establishes priorities of care. Reviews patient medical and social history. Determines appropriate nursing actions to achieve positive patient outcomes. Evaluates course of action in a timely manner to ascertain effectiveness of nursing interventions. Must have current RN license in the state of North Carolina, ER experience and BLS required, ACLS / PALS preferred; will train ACLS within 3-6 months of hire Assesses, plans, implements, & evaluates the nursing care of patients in the med/surge unit. Responsible for ensuring continuity of care by providing direct care as well as supervising the care given by CNAs, and Unit Secretaries. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Maintains role as a patient advocate with a focus on the hospital's mission. Demonstrates ethical and appropriate behavior. Demonstrates adherence to all policies and procedures. Follows the Nurse Practice Act. Must be a graduate of an approved school of nursing with a current NC RN license as well as BLS certification. A minimum of at least 2 years of experience. Critical Care Experience a + Necessary Skills: Possess analytical and problem solving skills Ability to make independent decisions based on experience or knowledge Functions of Position: Ensure quality care is delivered Participates in the admission process by evaluating and completing the initial interview, initial physical assessment, discharge planner, and problem list Implements Plan of Care as condition or needs change Consistently involves patient and family in planning for care, treatment, teaching needs, and discharge plans Functions as a patient advocate by protecting the patient's rights Assesses patients on admission, each shift change, as well as when condition changes. Meets current documentation standards and policies Notes and carries out physician's orders in a timely manner Notifies charge nurse or physician of changes in patient's condition, abnormal labs, radiology exams, respiratory status, telemetry changes, etc. and follows through until appropriate action is taken Gives a thorough report to oncoming shift Demonstrates competence in technical and manual skills according to scope of practice for registered nurses; to manage care of the medical/surgical and higher level care patients. Supervises PCTs and other members of the Health Care Team to accomplish the Plan of Care that has been developed Interacts with patients, families, co-workers, manager, and other departmental personnel in a kind, knowledgeable, and friendly manner. Demonstrates ability to remain calm in emergency and/or stressful situations and gives everyone a feeling of confidence that the situation is under control. Performs duties with Age Specific Standards in mind. Consistently follows the policies and procedures of the hospital and Patient Care Unit. Additional Information Position Type : Full Time Shift : Other Contact Information Megan Shrewsbury - Organizational Development Specialist/Patient Experience Champion Human Resources 924 N. Howe St Southport, NC 28461 Email: (e-mail removed) Phone: 910-457-3801 Fax: 910-457-7013