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UNC Health Care

RN Clinical Nurse II - Burn Unit

UNC Health Care, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517


Job Description

DescriptionBecome part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.This position qualifies for our UNC Hospitals RN 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.Our 21-bed ICU capable Burn Center has the most state of the art and innovative equipment. We provide care to burn victims of every age, from pediatric to geriatric, and provide care at every level of acuity, from the most critical through the rehabilitation phase. The Burn Center undergoes a rigorous verification process by the American Burn Association and the American College of Surgeons to ensure we continue to provide the most advanced, highest quality burn care.Our nursing team works closely with many others to achieve our goals of restoration of health and function. They are an integral part of a collaborative burn team including physicians, physician assistants, nursing assistants, physical, occupational and recreational therapists, chaplains, a rehabilitation counselor, social workers, a dietician, pharmacist, and a teacher. The staff have the opportunity to provide care at the most critical level and be part of a team that works to assist a burn injured patient through all phases of the recovery.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.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.Other InformationEducation 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.Job DetailsLegal Employer: STATEEntity: UNC Medical CenterOrganization Unit: Burn Center IntensiveWork Type: Full TimeStandard Hours Per Week: 36.00Salary Range: $31.52 - $44.56 per hour (Hiring Range)Work Assignment Type: OnsiteWork Schedule: RotatingLocation of Job: US:NC:Chapel HillExempt From Overtime: Exempt: NoThis is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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