RN Clinical Nurse II - ED Clinical Decision Unit

Description This position qualifies for our UNC Rex Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness. In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. Clinical Nurse - Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) Fast-paced care. Meaningful impact. Better balance. Why the CDU? Step into a dynamic, 8-bed Clinical Decision Unit located inside the Emergency Department-where critical thinking meets continuity of care. Our CDU is built for patients who need short-term treatment, close monitoring, and efficient, evidence-based care. With an average 16‑hour stay and ~80% discharge rate , you'll actually see the outcomes of your care-providing a rewarding, full‑circle nursing experience in a focused, manageable setting. What You’ll Do Deliver high‑impact, short‑term patient care from admission to discharge Perform full‑spectrum nursing: assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation Work alongside a collaborative team of providers using streamlined, evidence‑based protocols Build your emergency and acute care skillset —without the chaos of a traditional ED Who Thrives Here A compassionate, clinically strong nurse who enjoys critical thinking Looking to grow your ED skills in a structured, supportive environment Someone who values both fast‑paced care and work‑life balance Preferred Experience 1‑2 years in ED, acute care, or intermediate care Telemetry experience (or willingness to learn—we’ll train you!) CDU experience is a bonus, but not required Schedule Night Shift | 36 hours/week 12‑hour shifts Rotating holiday schedule What Sets Us Apart 1:4 Nurse‑to‑Patient Ratio Deliver personalized, high‑quality care—every shift. Grow Your Skills Strengthen your emergency and acute care expertise in a hands‑on environment. Work‑Life Balance Experience the pace of emergency care—with more structure and predictability. Career Mobility Cross‑train in the main Emergency Department and expand your opportunities. Summary Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. Responsibilities Education – Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs. Evaluation of Care – Identifies expected patient outcomes. Seeks guidance as needed in revision of plan of care. Implementation – Demonstrates competence in care of patients with complex problems, including population‑appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational and safety aspects of care. Leadership – With assistance, develops goals to promote professional growth or minimize limitations. Patient Assessment – Recognizes data from complex situations to determine priorities for care. Planning – Collaborates with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care. Research – Reads journals that contain studies or articles that may be applicable to practice. Brings ideas and questions to the staff at large for assessment of applicability. Education Requirements Graduation from a school of professional nursing. If hired after January 6, 2014, must be enrolled within four years of employment, and obtain a Bachelor's degree with a major in Nursing or a Master's degree with a major in Nursing within seven years of employment date. Licensure/Certification Requirements Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification. Professional Experience Requirements One (1) year of nursing experience. Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements Not specified in detail. Job Details Legal Employer: NCHEALTH Entity: UNC REX Healthcare Organization Unit: Clinical Decision Unit Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $34.22 - $48.38 per hour (Hiring Range) Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Night Job Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Health Care System. This is not a State employed position. Equal Opportunity Statement Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email View email address on click.appcast.io if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity. Ready to Love Where You Work? If you're looking for a role where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible every day—this is it. Apply today and join a CDU team that's redefining emergency care. 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