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How much do patient first rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient first rn in Sylva, NC is $33.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.00 and $43.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Patient First RNs, and how can they effectively manage them?

Patient First RNs often encounter high patient volumes and fast-paced environments, which can make time management and prioritization challenging. Balancing multiple patient needs while maintaining high standards of care requires strong organizational skills and clear communication with both patients and the healthcare team. Building collaborative relationships with colleagues and utilizing available resources, such as electronic health records and support staff, can help RNs manage their workload efficiently and reduce stress.

What is the difference between Patient First Rn vs Registered Nurse?

AspectPatient First RnRegistered Nurse
CredentialsState RN license, CPR certificationState RN license, CPR certification
Work EnvironmentUrgent care clinics, outpatient facilitiesHospitals, clinics, long-term care
Employer & IndustryPatient First urgent care centersHospitals, healthcare facilities
Job RoleProvide immediate care, triage, basic treatmentsAssess, plan, implement patient care across settings

Both Patient First Rn and Registered Nurse roles require similar credentials and certifications. However, Patient First Rn typically works in urgent care clinics focusing on immediate, outpatient care, while Registered Nurses work in a broader range of healthcare settings including hospitals and long-term care. The roles overlap in providing patient care but differ in scope and work environment.

What are Patient First RNs?

Patient First RNs are registered nurses who work at Patient First, an urgent care and primary care provider with locations across several states. Their primary responsibilities include triaging patients, administering medications, assisting with medical procedures, and providing patient education. Patient First RNs work in a fast-paced environment and are essential in delivering quality care to patients with a variety of urgent and routine health concerns. They collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient, compassionate, and effective care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Patient First RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Patient First RN, you need a solid background in clinical nursing, patient evaluation, and emergency care, usually supported by a valid RN license and relevant nursing education. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), triage protocols, and medical technology is essential for efficient patient management. Outstanding communication, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills for providing excellent patient-centered care. These skills ensure that patients receive safe, timely, and effective treatment in fast-paced clinical environments.
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Acute Care

Perm Staff Jobs

Highlands, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Perm Staff Jobs is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Acute Care for a nursing job in Highlands, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Acute Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Employment Type: Staff
Clinical Nurse Coordinator - FT - Day - Acute Care

Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? At Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, you’ll find clear pathways to advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certification support, and educational assistance, you will have all the resources you need to build the career of a lifetime.  

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) ensures and delivers high quality, patient-centered care and coordination of all functions in the unit/department during the designated shift. In collaboration with other members of the management team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serves as a resource person for staff, and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.

What you will do in this role:

  • Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care.
  • Participates in the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team.
  • Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service.
  • Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary.
  • Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives.   
  • Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization.
  • Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines.
  • Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Required Experience: 1+ years applicable experience 
  • Required Education: Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing 
  • Required License: Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state(s) of practice and/or has an active compact license, in accordance with law and regulation. Must have and maintain current licensure as registered nurse with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. eNLC (Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact) license may apply, licensee should confirm with NCBON.
  • Required Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS)
Benefits

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Highlands-Cashiers Hospital, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, is a community hospital serving Macon, Jackson and the surrounding counties. Located on Highway 64 between the towns of Highlands and Cashiers, the hospital offers 24/7 emergency care, acute inpatient care, rehabilitation, as well as long-term care through Eckerd Living Center. Highlands-Cashiers Hospital has 24 beds for acute care services and 80 beds in the Eckerd Living Center. Ambulatory services are also available, including therapy services and primary care practices serving both Highlands and Cashiers. 

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcaret

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Clinical Nurse Coordinator - FT - Day - Acute Care opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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