RN Clinical Nurse II- Surgical/Trauma Critical Care Unit- Part Time

Description The Surgical Trauma Critical Care Unit, located in the new state‑of‑the‑art North Carolina Surgical Hospital, is a fast‑paced, Level 1 Trauma certified, Beacon Gold Award for Excellence designated, 40‑bed unit specializing in the care of critically injured trauma and surgical patients. This unit serves a variety of surgical patients in addition to trauma, including transplant, plastics, oncology, obstetrics, gynecology, gastrointestinal, and orthopedics. Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration are hallmarks while providing expert "Carolina Care" to the patients and families we serve. Our ONE GREAT TEAM facilitates admissions, treatments, transfers, and discharges of patients 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Excellent Nurse‑to‑Patient Ratios: 1:2 or 1:3 Supportive Schedule: Three 12‑hour shifts per week (36 hours), with day/night/weekend rotations Collaborative Team: Work alongside a highly skilled, compassionate care team dedicated to providing optimal patient outcomes STCCU is currently accepting applications for candidates interested in a Part‑time position, with a requirement of 24 hours per week (two 12‑hour shifts). Scheduling options include rotating, nights, or the option for weekends only. Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve. 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 and uses patient education materials relevant to the patient population; assesses readiness to learn for the patient/family/caregivers. Evaluation of Care – Identifies expected patient outcomes; seeks guidance on plan of care revision; participates in interdisciplinary discussion; communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care. Implementation – Demonstrates competence in care of patients with complex problems; performs bedside point‑of‑care testing as required; utilizes nursing standards, policies, and procedures; organizes and prioritizes care; consults with appropriate resources in a timely fashion regarding complex care issues and discharge planning. Leadership – Develops professional growth goals; achieves goals within identified time frame; participates in unit goal development and performance improvement; promotes cost‑effective care; gives feedback to co‑workers; promotes a safe, clean, and secure hospital environment. Patient Assessment – Recognizes data from complex situations to determine priorities; synthesizes assessment data into a meaningful whole; assesses and anticipates discharge needs; develops relationships with families to promote their advocacy. Planning – Collaborates with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care; uses multidisciplinary resources; addresses cultural and ethnic issues; prioritizes tasks for patients with complex problems. Research – Reads relevant journals; brings ideas and questions to staff 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. Job Details Legal Employer: STATE Entity: UNC Medical Center Organization Unit: Surgical Trauma Critical Care Unit Work Type: Part Time Standard Hours Per Week: 24.00 Salary Range: $34.22 - $48.38 per hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Variable Location of Job: US:NC:Chapel Hill Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health. 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. 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