RN Clinical Nurse IV - Cardiac Intermediate Care

Description

* This position qualifies for our UNC Rex Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness. In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. Learn more about our UNC Rex Incentive Program here (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-program

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 REX Healthcare is seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinical Nurse Team Leader to join the 7th Floor Cardiac Intermediate Care Unit located within the Heart and Vascular Hospital. This 24-bed unit specializes in intermediate-level care for adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac conditions, including heart failure, dysrhythmias, myocardial infarctions
, and pre-/post-cardiac and vascular procedures.

If you're passionate about providing high-quality cardiac care and mentoring nursing staff in a collaborative and patient-centered environment, this leadership role could be your next career move.

• Patient Population: Complex cardiac and vascular patients with multiple co-morbidities
• Common Cases: Heart failure, arrhythmias, MIs, cardiac procedures, and high-risk medical patients with cardiac history
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 4:1
• Technology: GE bedside monitors, dedicated room computers, 24/7 rhythm surveillance via Telemetry Command Center

As a Team Leader RN
, you will play a key dual role—providing advanced bedside care and supporting the professional development and operational effectiveness of the unit. This position is ideal for a highly skilled nurse looking to grow in leadership while maintaining a strong clinical presence.

Time Allocation:
Approximately 70% Clinical / 30% Administrative

• Deliver high-quality direct patient care to a complex cardiac patient population.
• Serve as Charge Nurse
  , leading daily operations, coordinating team assignments, and ensuring patient safety.
• Precept and mentor new nurses, supporting their onboarding and clinical development.
• Act as a clinical resource
  , modeling best practices and supporting critical thinking at the bedside.
• Promote collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Support real-time decision-making and care planning based on patient needs and unit acuity.

• Participate in shared governance councils and hospital/unit-based committees
  .
• Support and/or lead performance improvement (PI) and quality improvement (QI) initiatives that enhance patient safety and outcomes.
• Assist in coordinating and delivering unit-based education
  , competency development, and ongoing training needs.
• Conduct staff check-ins
  , offering feedback, mentorship, and guidance to promote professional growth and engagement.
• Perform patient experience rounding to ensure patient satisfaction and service excellence.
• Collaborate with leadership on staffing, retention strategies
  , and culture-building initiatives.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape patient care and nursing practice through a blend of clinical expertise and leadership. You'll be instrumental in fostering a positive team culture, advancing unit-based goals, and mentoring the next generation of nurses.

We’re seeking compassionate, skilled nurses who bring clinical experience and a commitment to high-quality care.

• 2-5 years of nursing experience in an Cardiac Intermediate Care setting
• Prior experience Leadership experience

• Part of the UNC Health system – recognized for excellence in cardiac care and nursing leadership
• State-of-the-art technology and facilities
• Opportunities for professional growth, certification support, and continuing education
• Supportive work culture focused on teamwork, compassion, and innovation

Be part of a high-performing team that’s redefining cardiac care.
Apply…