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Registered Nurse (RN)

Unit Information

Unit Type: Progressive Care Unit

Number of Beds: 44 beds

Total Staff: 95 staff members

Patient Ratios: 4 patients per nurse at grid, 5 patients per nurse when stretched

Staffing Information

• Day Shift Staffing: 2 Clinical Nurse Coordinators/Charge Nurses, 11 Registered Nurses, 4 Certified Nursing Assistants, 1 Health Unit Coordinator
• Night Shift Staffing: 2 Clinical Nurse Coordinators/Charge Nurses, 11 Registered Nurses, 4 Certified Nursing Assistants, 1 Health Unit Coordinator

Required Skills & Certifications

• Mandatory:
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
  • Neuro and Trauma Care experience
• Preferred:
  • Neuro and Trauma Care experience

Typical Procedures Performed

• Neuro and spinal checks
• C-Collar placement, TLSO brace application
• Chest tube management, PCA pump administration, IV infusions
• Lumber drain insertion
• Feeding tube placement
• Blood transfusion management

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will be a team player with a strong focus on patient care.

Work Schedule

Every other weekend is required.

Dress Code

Scrub Color/Attire: Navy Blue

Floating Areas

This position may require floating to stepdown units and med-surg units.

Location

City: Asheville, NC

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