About this opportunity
Maria Parham Health lists this Registered Nurse, (RN) PRN Progressive Care opportunity in henderson, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU
Schedule: PRN
Location: Maria Parham Medical Center - Henderson, NC
Your Experience Matters
Maria Parham 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.
More about our department
Maria Parham features a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) located on the 4th floor, which provides care for patients who require close observation as they transfer out of the Intensive Care Unit. The PCU has the capability of providing continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring. Our Progressive Care Unit holds 27 cardiac telemetry beds which monitors for heart arrhythmias and oxygenation. Additionally, the Progressive Care team has the capability of monitoring additional telemetry patients on either the Medical or Surgical Units.
Summary
Provides direct patient care in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reports to
Director of PCU Department
How You'll Contribute
Performs plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, and clinical treatments.
Documents patient care and monitors patient condition, communicating with care team, physician, patient, and family.
Assists patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Coordinates patient care across disciplines, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and support needs.
Provides patient and family education appropriate to age, culture, and circumstances.
Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
Exposure
Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present for all employees.
Physical Requirements
Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements.
Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, hazardous medications, and latex.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
What we offer
Employee assistance program that covers mental, physical, and financial wellness
Robust employee recognition and awards programs.
These are just a few examples of the many benefits we offer to you.
FREE Parking...and more. Because your experience matters.
Qualifications and Requirements
What we're looking for
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina (or compact license)
Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) from an accredited nursing program
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (required)
PALS, ACLS and Handle with Care Preferred
One year of RN Hospital experience (required)
Active North Carolina RN license (single state) or compact required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins
About Our Health System
Maria Parham is a 98-bed hospital located in Henderson, NC. It is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier, with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities nationwide. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Maria Parham is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply 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 Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
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Worksite address
henderson, NC, 27537, US
Who can apply
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