Opportunity:
RN - ER
Job Details:
• Work in a 101-bed Emergency Department with patient ratios of 4:1 typically for medical patients and up to 7:1 on ED behavioral holds
• Every other weekend scheduling required with flexibility to meet department needs - block scheduling is not available
• No floating outside of the ED, but must be open to floating to all sections within the ED
• Utilize Baxter pumps and GE monitors as primary equipment
• Document using Cerner electronic health records system
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a nurse with at least 1 year of experience in an ER setting required
• Preferred experience in a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, or high volume ED with more than 100,000 visits
• Teamwork mentality with ability to coach and give feedback in real time required
• Flexibility to work in all areas of the ED required
• Required dress code: Navy scrubs
• Must adhere to AIDET patient experience standards, respectful behavior practices, and keep patient boards updated with information throughout each visit
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, CPI, NIHSS prior to start date; ENPC within 90 days of hire
• Techs available in cardiac monitoring unit, internal processing area, and triage; unit clerks available on days and nights
Facility:
This flagship hospital is licensed for 815 beds and has been recognized as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals from 2020-2023, placing it in the top 1% of hospitals nationally for clinical quality. The facility has earned an "A" rating from the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and holds the prestigious Magnet Designation, the highest international honor for nursing excellence. The hospital serves as the region's referral center for a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and is home to the busiest robotic surgery program in the Carolinas. The emergency department is known for its strong teamwork culture and serves a highly diverse, multi-cultural community.
Location:
Asheville, NC
Asheville is a vibrant and culturally rich city nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, celebrated for its thriving arts scene, eclectic dining, and breathtaking outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking, whitewater rafting, and mountain biking. Known as one of the most desirable cities in the Southeast, Asheville offers an exceptional quality of life with a welcoming community and stunning natural surroundings year-round.