Registered Nurse, Emergency Services
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Job Location:
Rutherfordton, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
$20000 Sign-On Bonus Opportunity
Schedule:
Night shift 10 hour/shift rotate weekends
Your experience matters
Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As aRegistered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Services (ED) - Nightsjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier.Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Our Core Values are Champion Patient Care Do the Right Thing Embrace Individuality Act with Kindness and Make a Difference Together.We provide our services in a caring professional environment through the teamwork of our medical staff and employees.
How youll contribute
ARegistered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Services (ED) - Nightswho excels in this role:
- Triage training recognition of critical presentation i.e. stroke chest pain. Use of green/red bags.
- Medication reconciliation training and understanding.
- IV starts and blood collection.
- Patient/family care needs and/or problems are promptly identified and addressed. Patients are regularly assessed and reassessed. Patient responses to nursing and MD interventions and treatments are evaluated and documented in the ongoing assessment data.
- Utilizing an interdisciplinary approach initiates discharge planning to meet the discharge care needs of each individual patient.
- Provides patient and family education in regard to the hospitalization/admission medications and/or in preparation for discharge. Upon discharge provides appropriate discharge instructions to include follow-up and referral needs.
- Uses safe medication practices (Read Back double checks) and documents outcomes such as patient response to new medication side effects and adverse reactions. Completes medication reconciliation upon admission transfer and discharge.
- Assists with orientation and training of others as directed.
- Collaborates with the medical staff and other members of the health care team to provide quality patient care.
- Performs all activities in accordance with approved policies and guides.
- Supervises and delegates appropriate duties to ancillary personnel.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage withmedical plans starting at just $10 per pay periodtailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What were looking for
Applicants should have a current state RN license to practice in NC (NC licensure or multi-state (compact) license) and possess an Associates degree in Nursing (required).
Batchelors degree in Nursing preferred
1-3 years Recent acute care experience within past 3 years preferred.
Additional requirements include:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 3 months of hire or transfer
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 3 months of hire or transfer
- Handle with care within 4 months of hire
- Requires critical thinking skills.
- Decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
More about Rutherford Regional Health System
Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to Rutherford County. Founded in 1906 by Drs. Henry Norris and Montgomery H. Biggs.
EEOC Statement
Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Hospice Care
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Catheterization
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Lifepoint Health provides a diversified healthcare delivery network that includes community hospital campuses, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities across the United States.
