UNC Health
RN Clinical Nurse II - Behavioral Health
UNC Health, Smithfield, North Carolina, United States, 27577
RN Clinical Nurse II — Behavioral Health
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Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve.
UNC Health Johnston RN Incentive Program Candidates with a BSN or higher are eligible for up to $20,000 commitment incentive for a 4‑year work commitment, $15,000 for a 3‑year work commitment, or up to $25,000 in tuition loan forgiveness. Candidates with an ADN are eligible for up to $16,000 for a 4‑year work commitment, $12,000 for a 3‑year work commitment, or up to $25,000 in tuition loan forgiveness. The position is also eligible for up to $4,500 in relocation assistance (based on location). Learn more about our UNC Health Johnston RN Incentive Program here:
https://www.johnstonhealth.org/careers/johnston-health-rn-incentive-program/
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.
Behavioral Health Department UNC Health Johnston offers a continuum of behavioral health services to support individuals in crisis. The Behavioral Health Holding area in the Emergency Department provides a safe space for immediate psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and stabilization. The Behavioral Health Triage process ensures patients receive immediate care through timely assessments, medical clearance, and coordination with inpatient psychiatric services. The Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit delivers comprehensive treatment through therapy, education, and personalized care planning, helping patients stabilize, build coping skills, and prepare for safe discharge with ongoing support.
Responsibilities
Education
– Identify and meet learning needs of self, attend education programs, use patient education materials, assess readiness to learn, and evaluate developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn.
Evaluation of Care
– Identify expected patient outcomes, seek guidance in plan of care revision, participate in interdisciplinary team discussions, and communicate relevant information for continuity of care.
Implementation
– Demonstrate competence in caring for patients with complex problems, perform bedside point‑of‑care testing as required, utilize organization policies and nursing standards, organize and prioritize care, and consult appropriate resources for complex care issues.
Leadership
– Develop goals for professional growth, achieve goals or renegotiate with supervisor, facilitate intra‑/interdepartmental collaboration, contribute to unit goals and performance improvement activities, use communication systems effectively, promote cost‑effective care, give feedback to co‑workers, and promote a safe, clean and secure hospital environment.
Patient Assessment
– Recognize data from complex situations to determine care priorities, synthesize assessment data, anticipate discharge needs, and develop relationships with families.
Planning
– Collaborate with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care, use multidisciplinary resources, convey planning effectively, identify and address cultural and ethnic issues, and prioritize tasks for patients with complex problems.
Research
– Read relevant journals and bring ideas or questions to staff for assessment of applicability.
Other Information Additional information available upon request.
Education Requirements
Graduation from a school of professional nursing.
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 Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: Johnston Health
Organization Unit: Behavioral Health IP
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $33.88 – $47.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location: US:NC:Smithfield
Exempt From Overtime: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services
Hospitals and Health Care
Medical Practices
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Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve.
UNC Health Johnston RN Incentive Program Candidates with a BSN or higher are eligible for up to $20,000 commitment incentive for a 4‑year work commitment, $15,000 for a 3‑year work commitment, or up to $25,000 in tuition loan forgiveness. Candidates with an ADN are eligible for up to $16,000 for a 4‑year work commitment, $12,000 for a 3‑year work commitment, or up to $25,000 in tuition loan forgiveness. The position is also eligible for up to $4,500 in relocation assistance (based on location). Learn more about our UNC Health Johnston RN Incentive Program here:
https://www.johnstonhealth.org/careers/johnston-health-rn-incentive-program/
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.
Behavioral Health Department UNC Health Johnston offers a continuum of behavioral health services to support individuals in crisis. The Behavioral Health Holding area in the Emergency Department provides a safe space for immediate psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and stabilization. The Behavioral Health Triage process ensures patients receive immediate care through timely assessments, medical clearance, and coordination with inpatient psychiatric services. The Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit delivers comprehensive treatment through therapy, education, and personalized care planning, helping patients stabilize, build coping skills, and prepare for safe discharge with ongoing support.
Responsibilities
Education
– Identify and meet learning needs of self, attend education programs, use patient education materials, assess readiness to learn, and evaluate developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn.
Evaluation of Care
– Identify expected patient outcomes, seek guidance in plan of care revision, participate in interdisciplinary team discussions, and communicate relevant information for continuity of care.
Implementation
– Demonstrate competence in caring for patients with complex problems, perform bedside point‑of‑care testing as required, utilize organization policies and nursing standards, organize and prioritize care, and consult appropriate resources for complex care issues.
Leadership
– Develop goals for professional growth, achieve goals or renegotiate with supervisor, facilitate intra‑/interdepartmental collaboration, contribute to unit goals and performance improvement activities, use communication systems effectively, promote cost‑effective care, give feedback to co‑workers, and promote a safe, clean and secure hospital environment.
Patient Assessment
– Recognize data from complex situations to determine care priorities, synthesize assessment data, anticipate discharge needs, and develop relationships with families.
Planning
– Collaborate with patient/family to prepare or update the plan of care, use multidisciplinary resources, convey planning effectively, identify and address cultural and ethnic issues, and prioritize tasks for patients with complex problems.
Research
– Read relevant journals and bring ideas or questions to staff for assessment of applicability.
Other Information Additional information available upon request.
Education Requirements
Graduation from a school of professional nursing.
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 Details
Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: Johnston Health
Organization Unit: Behavioral Health IP
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $33.88 – $47.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity.
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location: US:NC:Smithfield
Exempt From Overtime: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or political affiliation.
UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities. All interested applicants are invited to apply for career opportunities. Please email applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career opportunity.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services
Hospitals and Health Care
Medical Practices
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