Registered Nurse (RN), Emergency Department

Lifepoint Health • Clyde, NC

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About The Position

Haywood Regional Medical Center 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 a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you’re embracing a
vital mission dedicated to making 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.

Join our team in a dynamic 17-bed Emergency Department (ED) with a 1:4 nurse to
patient ratio. Our diverse staff includes RNs, CNAs, Paramedics, Secretaries,
and Providers, creating a collaborative environment to deliver exceptional care.
Known for our wide variety of patient experiences, including Abdominal pain, and
shortness of breath, we also take pride in our chest pain accreditation. With an
average daily volume of approximately 74 patients, this role offers the
opportunity to contribute to high-quality emergency medical care while working
alongside a dedicated team in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements

• Applicants should have a current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of North Carolina or from a compact state.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• AHA ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs patient assessments and identifies patient needs
• Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions
• Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient
• Performs timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record
• Responsible for completion and revision of the Interdisciplinary Care Plan for each patient
• Performs timely and accurate QI assessments

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Access to our 54,000 sq. ft. Health and Fitness Center

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed