Associate Rn Jobs in Whiteville, NC (NOW HIRING)

About Company:

At Eastern Nephrology Associates, we partner with patients, families, and communities to achieve optimal health outcomes and we bring that same commitment to each other. Join a team built on compassion, excellence, and inclusion so YOU can focus on what matters most: helping people live well.

Transforming kidney care. Together.

About the Role:

As a Registered Nurse within the Health Care and Social Assistance industry, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care across diverse clinical settings. Your primary objective will be to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care to promote optimal health outcomes for patients of all ages. You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care, advocate for patient needs, and provide education to patients and their families. This role demands a compassionate and detail-oriented approach to managing complex medical and surgical cases, including telemetry monitoring and wound care management. Ultimately, your work will contribute significantly to improving patient safety, comfort, and recovery within the healthcare system in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the United States.
• Completion of an accredited nursing program (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proven experience in direct patient care within a clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of medical/surgical nursing principles and telemetry monitoring.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
• Advanced certifications such as Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) or Pediatric Nursing Certification.
• Experience working with nurse practitioners in collaborative care models.
• Wound care certification (e.g., Wound Care Certified - WCC).
• Experience in pediatric nursing and patient advocacy initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care by assessing patient conditions, administering medications, and performing nursing procedures in accordance with established protocols.
• Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care to promote understanding and adherence.
• Manage wound care treatments, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
• Monitor patients using telemetry equipment to detect cardiac and other physiological changes, responding promptly to any abnormalities.
• Advocate for patient rights and needs by coordinating with healthcare providers to ensure individualized and ethical care.
• Deliver nursing care in medical, surgical, and pediatric settings, adapting practices to meet the unique needs of each patient population.
• Document patient information accurately and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with nurse practitioners and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and support clinical decision-making.

Skills:

The required skills such as direct patient care and nursing care are fundamental to daily responsibilities, enabling the nurse to provide hands-on treatment and monitor patient progress effectively. Patient education skills are essential for communicating complex medical information clearly to patients and families, ensuring they understand care plans and health management. Expertise in wound care and telemetry allows the nurse to manage specialized treatments and monitor vital signs accurately, which is critical for early detection of complications. Patient advocacy skills empower the nurse to act as a liaison between patients and healthcare teams, ensuring patient needs and preferences are respected. Preferred skills like pediatric nursing and collaboration with nurse practitioners enhance the nurse's ability to deliver comprehensive care across different patient populations and support advanced clinical practices.