Job Description
Join our award-winning team as a Weekend Registered Nurse at WakeMed Health & Hospitals in Raleigh, NC. This critical role offers exceptional work-life balance with a Saturday/Sunday schedule, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits. You'll provide compassionate patient care in our state-of-the-art facilities while advancing your nursing career in one of America's top healthcare systems.
Why Choose WakeMed?
- Top-ranked regional hospital with cutting-edge technology
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Significant weekend shift differentials
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Administer medications and treatments with precision and documentation
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
- Respond effectively to emergency situations using ACLS/BLS protocols
- Maintain accurate electronic health records (Epic EHR system)
- Educate patients and families on post-discharge care plans
- Maintain strict compliance with JCAHO and NC Board of Nursing standards
Qualifications
- Active RN license in North Carolina
- BSN degree (ADN candidates with 2+ years experience considered)
- Minimum 2 years acute care nursing experience
- ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Strong critical thinking and emergency response skills
- Proficiency in Epic EHR system
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities