Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuro PCU - Progressive Care Unit
LifePoint Hospitals
Hickory, NC

Registered Nurse (RN), Neuro Progressive

Registered Nurse (RN), Neuro Progressive Fulltime Days $20,000 Sign on Bonus eligible Your experience matters At Frye Regional Medical Center we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. 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. Connect with our RN recruiting specialist Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Jennifer Gold by texting 814-283-5450 or email: [email protected] How you'll contribute You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing. What we offer Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: * $20,000 Sign on bonus with 1 year commitment * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts * Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees * Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage * Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching * Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness * Professional development and growth opportunities Department/Unit Summary 3 12 hour shifts 6:45a-7p 6:45p-7:00a Neuro/Ortho experience preferred 20 bed unit Patient population is spine/neck/head surgery, stroke and seizure Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Essential Functions * Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment. * Documents patient care given. * Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family. * Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. * Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs. * Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances. * Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. * Adherence to all core measure initiatives, patient safety goals, and NQF Safe Practices. About our Health System Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355 bed acute hospital located in Hickory NC and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. Qualifications and requirements Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include: * Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire. * ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire. * One year of experience preferred * ASLS certification preferred EEOC Statement "Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies 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