FT RN for Inpatient Unit - Nights

Job Summary

The primary objective of this position is to assure the delivery of comprehensive, safe, effective, cost effective and appropriate nursing care for patients across the age continuum in accordance with established hospital policy, nursing practice standards. Under minimum supervision, directs and/or provides professional nursing care for an assigned group of patients across the age continuum (4 weeks to geriatric). Utilizes the nursing process for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation to direct or provide nursing care. Provides supervision and guidance to other members of the team; and may be authorized, in the absence of the manager, to make decisions affecting the Inpatient Unit.

Skills & Abilities

• Able to work independently and meet established deadlines
• Able to make sound reasonable decisions
• Highly organized
• Ability to concentrate on many detailed requests despite numerous interruptions
• Demonstrates accountability, professionalism, openness, receptive to change, creativity and innovation
• Able to identify and calmly handle inherently stressful situations with tact
• Excellent communication skills
• Develops excellent working relationships with consumers and staff
• Sets aside guidance, direction and assistance when needed
• Able to be flexible and take on new responsibilities

Training, Education, & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required
• Current and active RN license in the State of North Carolina required
• Must be able to communicate and understand the English language both verbally and in writing
• BLS certification required at hire; ACLS, and PALS within 6 months of employment
• A minimum of 1 year previous Medical and/or Surgical nursing experience required
• Charge Nurse experience required