Open Position: RN - Observation CDU Tele

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2190.56

Opportunity:

RN - Medical/Surgical Step-Down

Job Details:

* Work on a 40-bed Clinical Decision/Direct Admit Unit focused on ED decompression and enhanced patient throughput
* Patient ratios of 1:5 for Step-Down and 1:6 for MedSurg, with 1:5 combined day and night
* Every other weekend required, no on-call, assist with holidays
* Expected to float to other units within skill set
* Minimum 2 years of recent MedSurg, Telemetry (remote), and Step-Down (PCU) level experience preferred
* Primary responsibilities include completing Admission Assessments, Medication Reconciliation, and initiating acute care orders for patients admitted from the ED
* Care for patients with a wide variety of diagnoses requiring a well-rounded clinical background
* Charge Nurse experience or willingness to consider is appreciated
* Minimal bedside procedures performed on unit
* Unit staffing includes a free charge nurse goal with typically 1-2 CNAs based on volume day and night
* Utilize Baxter IV pumps and document in Cerner
* Dress code: Navy Blue/White or combination of the two colors, no t-shirts; appropriate navy or white jacket/sweater if needed
* Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
* Additional certifications preferred but not required

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates a fast-paced Clinical Decision/Direct Admit Unit with a primary focus on receiving admitted patients from the emergency department, reducing overall length of stay, and enhancing the patient and family experience. The unit supports additional opportunities including a CMU Telemetry Unit and ED Transport Nurse roles, staffed 24/7 to assist with moving higher acuity patients and ensuring patient safety. Travel nurses frequently request extensions due to the positive and collaborative work environment.

Location:

Asheville, NC

Asheville is a vibrant mountain city nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, renowned for its thriving arts scene, eclectic dining, and craft beverage culture. The area offers an exceptional quality of life with abundant outdoor recreation, including hiking, rafting, and cycling, making it a highly desirable destination for healthcare professionals seeking adventure and community.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.