Critical​/Intermediate Care RN

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Overview

First Health of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area.

In addition, First Health has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Health grades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

Overview

First Health of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area.

In addition, First Health has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Health grades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

Employee Benefits

At First Health of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 First Health Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through First

U to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through Perk Spot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first.

Join First Health of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

Join the Heartbeat of First Health! Our critical/intermediate care team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care that aligns with our core purpose: "To Care for People." Become an integral part of First Health and thrive in an environment of expertise, compassion and excellence.

Critical Care Units

Cardiothoracic ICU:

CVT is an 18-bed acuity adaptable unit specializing cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, and management of Intra-aortic balloon pumps, and Impella devices. Nurses develop strong assessment skills and become experts at managing drip titrations, chest tubes, and ventilators. With the acuity adaptable approach, nurses manage care of the patient requiring open heart surgery from admission through discharge. This setting provides for efficient patient care and strengthens the nurse/patient relationship.

Nurse are required to obtain and maintain ACLS certification.

Coronary Care ICU

CCU is a 12-bed intensive care unit specializing in critically ill cardiac medical patients to include STEMI’s and post-cardiac arrest patients. Nurses develop strong assessment skills, are experts in Intra-aortic balloon pump and Impella management. Nurses in this unit are experts in vasoactive drip titrations and ventilator management.

Med/Neuro ICU

The MNU is a recently renovated 20-bed unit which provides acuity-adaptable care to medical, neurological, and surgical patients admitted to First Health. The MNU was recently recognized for being CAUTI free for 2 years as well as being a Five-Star Recipient from Health grades for the treatment of stroke and respiratory failure. We seek to develop and maintain a highly educated registered nursing staff to meet the present and future…