Registered Nurse - Clinical Decision Unit

Location

Asheville, NC

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night Shift: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM

Job Description

The Clinical Decision Unit is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a fast-paced environment. We aim to receive admitted patients from the Emergency Department, perform Admission Assessments, conduct Medication Reconciliation, and initiate acute care orders efficiently to enhance patient throughput and experience. Our unit handles a diverse range of diagnoses, ensuring a dynamic work setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough admission assessments for incoming patients.
• Perform medication reconciliation in accordance with safety protocols.
• Initiate and carry out acute care orders as directed by the healthcare team.
• Maintain effective communication with patients and families regarding care plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth patient transitions.
• Participate in unit activities aimed at enhancing throughput and optimizing patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in MedSurg, Telemetry, or Step-Down/PCU nursing is preferred.
• Must possess current RN licensure and certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS.
• Charge Nurse experience or willingness to consider is appreciated.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!