2026 New Grad RN 7th Floor- Telemetry/Progressive care Unit

Registered Nurse

This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $15,000 commitment incentive.

The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at UNC Wayne is a specialized area divided into 20 telemetry beds and 8 hardwired Intensive Care (IC) level of care beds. This unit primarily serves adult patients, ages 18 and up, dealing with a range of acute and chronic cardiac as well as medical/surgical conditions. Our patient population includes individuals requiring continuous cardiac monitoring for non-critical issues, as well as those managing cardiac arrhythmias and other serious complications of cardiovascular disease. Common diagnoses treated in the PCU include Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), NSTEMI, and pre/post cardiac procedures like cardiac catheterizations and pacemaker placements. Nurses who thrive in this department are energetic, detail-oriented, and adaptable. They bring strong critical thinking and communication skills, along with compassion, dependability, and versatility in meeting diverse patient needs. For those looking to grow professionally, the PCU offers substantial career progression opportunities, including a clinical ladder for advancement, PCCN certification, and educational assistance for pursuing BSN or MSN degrees. This supportive setting is ideal for nurses aiming to deepen their expertise in cardiac care and develop further in their careers.

A Registered Nurse at Wayne UNC Health Care is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities include using the nursing process to plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care delivered to patients in accordance with provider orders, hospital and nursing standards, established policies and procedures, and regulations. Individualizes the plan of care using professional nursing judgment based on the patient's baseline needs and response to care. Demonstrates competence in care of patients with complex problems, including population-appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational and safety aspects of care. Collaborates and communicates effectively with providers, interdisciplinary teammates, patients and their families. Follows the systems that support the nursing process and delivers safe and effective patient care. Understands and complies with regulatory guidelines. Monitors the activities of other licensed or unlicensed teammates and delegates appropriately. Assists teammates in the delivery of nursing care and provides direct patient care as indicated. Completes continuing education, professional development and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements. Guides the professional growth of others within the department through precepting, role modeling, coaching and/or mentoring. Responds appropriately in emergency situations. Keeps leadership informed of any problems or concerns. Participates in performance improvement activities, departmental committees and other operational projects as assigned. Promotes a safe, clean environment. Presents and promotes a professional demeanor at all times, establishes high standards of customer service, supports responsibility, pride, and teamwork, remains calm under pressure, and offers reasonable solutions for problems. Demonstrates appropriate interaction with and provides recommended care and services to all patients. Ensures the delivery of age appropriate, culturally sensitive, and ethical care for patients. Applies knowledge of principles of standard precautions. Routinely uses PPE to avoid risk of exposure to self and others. Takes appropriate care of material resources and equipment.

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Licensure/Certification: Current Registered Nurse Licensure in North Carolina required. Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support certifications as required by department. Additional certifications may be required by assigned department. Experience: At least one year of experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practice and procedures. Ability to apply the nursing process appropriately. Ability to assess the nursing needs of acute and chronically ill patients. Ability to perform independently within scope of practice, and to work collaboratively. Good interpersonal and customer service skills. Good organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English. Proficient with EMR/ Epic, and able to learn new software rapidly. Ability to stand, walk and meet the physical requirements of the job for duration of shift.