Registered Nurse ($25,000 Sign-On Bonus) Job at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System
Position Summary
The registered nurse (RN) provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical, and restorative needs of each patient. The registered nurse’s decisions and actions with patients and families are determined in an ethical manner, practicing compassion and respect for the inherent dignity, worth and unique attributes of each person. Effectively communicates with patients/families, visitors, colleagues, physicians, leadership, and volunteers. All areas of nursing practice and care delivery are provided to achieve and maintain top decile results and outcomes for patient experience, quality, and patient safety. The RN follows and adheres to ARHS policies and procedures; regulatory requirements and standards of behavior. The RN practices within the nurse practice act and their license.
The RN demonstrates the ARHS Mission, Vision, and Values in action, and, approaches work in a way that reflects a bias for action, efficiency, and personal accountability. The RN demonstrates professional conduct, effective communication, and effective delegation of tasks. Effectively and professionally manages working relationships with coworkers, physicians, and all ARHS team members in a way that promotes a healthy work environment. Responds quickly and accurately to emergencies in the work environment and/or to changes in patient condition. Performs registered nursing duties under general supervision. Always assists coworkers, patients, families, and visitors regardless of the patient assignment, so long as the assistance is in-line with their scope of practice and license.
Minimum pay rate for this position is $30.50 / hour. This rate is commensurate based on education and experience. Rate is not reflective of shift differentials. This is a non-exempt position eligible for benefits after a 60-day waiting period. Includes a $25,000 sign-on bonus that will be paid in three (3) installments: $10,000 after first 90-days, $5,000 after one year, and $10,000 after two years. Candidate must have at least one year experience. Employees interested in being rehired must be gone for six months in order to be eligible for the sign-on bonus.
Minimum Education
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Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Experience
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Previous experience as a registered nurse is not required but is preferred.
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Previous Health Care Experience in an acute or clinic setting is preferred.
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One-year prior experience in a similar role with a similar scope is preferred.
Required Registration/License/Certification
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Current licensure as an RN in North Carolina.
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Basic Life Support (BLS). BLS from the American Heart Association is required at the time of hire.
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All required certifications must be obtained within 1 year of hire date, except Basic Life Support (BLS).
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BLS, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications must be obtained from American Heart Association.
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Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC) and Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certifications must be obtained from the ENA.
Department
BLS
ACLS
PALS or ENPC
TNCC
NRP
Med Surg
Required
Preferred
IMCU
Required
Required
Required
ICU
Required
Required
Required
Emergency Room
Required
Required
Required
Preferred
Outpatient Surgery
Required
Required
Required
Operating Room
Required
Required
Preferred
Recovery Room
Required
Required
Required
Birthing Center
Required
Required
Preferred
Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public, patients, family, staff, and physician and acts within the chain of command, utilizing positive verbal and non-verbal skills.
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Competent in delivering safe and effective patient care within legal limits of licensure and hospital policies and procedures.
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Knowledge of the continuum of nursing care provided in the patient care department.
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Ability to demonstrate exceptional customer service to patients, family, staff, and physicians.
Physical Demands
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Lifts, positions, pushes, pulls and/or transfers up to and greater than 50 pounds
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Manual dexterity and mobility
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Prolonged, extensive or considerable sitting/standing/walking
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Bending, squatting, twisting, turning
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Near acuity: ability to see clearly at 20 inches or less
Working Conditions
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Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases
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Frequently exposed to hazards from electrical/mechanical/power equipment; odorous chemicals and specimens; and, unpleasant elements (accident, injury, slippery surfaces uneven surfaces), etc.
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Subject to irregular hours (days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays); and emergency situations.
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Continuous standing and walking long periods = to, or, greater than >8 hours per shift
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Speaking, reading and writing, expanded > 8 hours per day
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Exposed to vibration; and cramped spaces >1 hour day
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Frequently mobilizes patients >4 hours per day
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Frequently per shift: lifts, carries; pushes; and/or, pulls >50 lbs
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Frequently per hour: bends; squats; kneels; twists; turns; and reaches.
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Frequently per minute: hand, finger and wrist repetition; and moderate dexterity.
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Frequently per hour, exposed to soft voices >3ft away.
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Frequently per hour, exposed to close eye work
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Infrequently per shift, may be exposed to Ionizing/nonionizing radiation exposure including x-ray and microwave
About Appalachian Regional Healthcare System
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System (ARHS) is the leading healthcare system in the High Country of North Carolina. Committed to building a healthier community and simply Making Life Better, ARHS offers access to three hospitals, thirteen medical offices and twenty-two outpatient services. ARHS strives to continuously provide all members of the community with access to the best possible medical treatment, illness prevention, research, and wellness education. Visit apprhs.org for more information.
About UNC Health
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org
Appalachian Regional Healthcare System is committed to equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Discrimination and harassment of any type is prohibited. Employment at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System is contingent upon successful completion of a background and urine drug screen.
Want to know more? Contact Us!
recruitment@apprhs.org | 828-386-2122
Location: Appalachian Regional Healthcare System · IMCU
Schedule: Full-time, Days & Weekends, 6:45am-7:15pm
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