Registered Nurse - Carolinas Medical Center 5T Post-Op Surgical Nights

Overview

5 Tower is a Med/Surg unit specializing in GI and head and neck surgeries. This unit works with many surgery groups including tracheostomies, laryngectomies, hernia repairs, colo-rectal surgery, cholecystectomies, appendectomies, ostomy takedowns, and other procedures. Patients typically have drains, wound vacs, and Foley catheters.

Full time night shift 7p-7a. Benefits eligible. Signing bonus available based on eligibility. Schedule details: full time night shift, variable schedule, some weekends required. Pay range: $34.90 - $52.35 per hour.

• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families from admission to post-discharge.
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• Administers medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Appropriate delegation to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse assistants, and other unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; age-specific growth and development considerations are addressed in departmental job standards.

• Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Active, unrestricted RN license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where care is provided.
• Note:
  
  Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or have the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client is located.

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

• No formal RN experience required.

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., email, electronic records, digital platforms).

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds; capable of handling patients, equipment, and supplies.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with assistance.
• Must have functional senses and fine hand manipulation for IV insertion and procedures.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• May require performing physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood and body fluids; protective clothing and equipment provided as necessary.
• Must respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical abilities testing may be required.
• Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training.
• Premium pay such as shift differentials and on-call pay where applicable.
• Incentive pay for select positions and annual performance-based increases.
• Paid Time Off and health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability).
• Flexible Spending Accounts, parental leave, adoption assistance, and other benefits.
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