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Registered Nurse (RN) Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU)

Frye Regional Medical Center

Hickory, North Carolina

Frye Regional Medical Center is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Eligibility
Sign-on bonus

Posted Oct 19 · 1 year of experience

Shift and hours
12-⁠hour nights
Unit and setting
MICU
License
RN license
Term
Permanent

What it pays

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ICU / Critical Care is a specialty you move into. The classic route: base year, then transfer in.

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Posted on Frye Regional Medical Center’s careers page.

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Job Type: Full-time | 3x

  • 12 Hour Shifts | Nights

$10,000 - $20,000 Commitment-Incentive Bonus Your experience matters Frye 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 are 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 team The Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at Frye Regional Medical Center is an 8-bed unit known for its exceptional teamwork, supportive culture, and commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Our close-knit team works collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, fostering professional growth, and meaningful relationships.

Nurses in the MICU have the opportunity to care for critically ill patients while being supported by experienced colleagues and engaged leadership dedicated to their success.

Highlights

  • 8-Bed Medical Intensive Care Unit
  • 12-Hour Shifts
  • Self-Scheduling

Exceptional Teamwork and Collaborative Culture

Supportive Leadership and Strong Staff Engagement How you’ll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role

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 What we’re looking for Applicants should have a current state RN license. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. Additional requirements include: 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. 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 required. Two years of ICU experience preferred. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.

In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive

Benefits

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and   part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO:   Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth:   Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being:   Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development:   Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. More about Frye Regional Medical Center Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355-bed hospital offering acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation that has been offering exceptional care to the Hickory NC community since 1911. We are proud to be recognized by U. S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital.

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

What's around it?

In Hickory, NC

Hickory, NCFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 12% below the US average

Median rent
$1,063/mo
Household income
$64,576/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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