Registered Nurse / Emergency / Full Time Nights

Summary of Performance Expectations

Provides professional nursing care and makes nursing care decisions that are appropriate for the age and condition of the patient, using the nursing process. Collaborates with other health care professionals to meet the needs of the patient. Responsible for adhering to CVMC/ departmental policies, procedures, and philosophy to deliver quality patient care, practicing within the guidelines of the North Carolina State Nurse Practice Act and abiding by the CVMC Nursing Bylaws.

Education and Credentials

Required

• Graduate of accredited nursing program.

• Current NC RN license or licensure from Nursing Compact State.

• BCLS certification. If the BCLS certification is not from the American Heart Association (AHA), an AHA certification is required within three months of employment date.

Additional Requirements by Practice Area

The IRT Registered Nurse will float to the assigned units and take an independent assignment. Competency requirements will include all annual education and certifications required by each assigned individual unit to maintain competencies. Refer to the Registered Nurse Performance Expectations for each department’s additional requirements by Practice Area.

Preferred

BSN (BSN enrollment and completion requirements apply). Specialty course work and certification in multiple areas of practice.

Work

Experience

Required

One year nursing experience. Incumbent should be proficient in the basic aspects of the job and able to assume call responsibilities as required within three months of employment date.

Preferred

One year experience working in Critical Care. Six months experience in cardiac monitoring. One year experience in either Birthing Center or Level III Nursery.