RN Clinical Nurse II - ED Clinical Decision Unit

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 eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program.

Fast-paced care. Meaningful impact. Better balance.

Step into a dynamic, 8-bed Clinical Decision Unit located inside the Emergency Department—where critical thinking meets continuity of care. Our CDU is built for patients who need short-term treatment, close monitoring, and efficient, evidence-based care.

With an average 16-hour stay and approximately 80% discharge rate, you’ll actually see the outcomes of your care—providing a rewarding, full-circle nursing experience in a focused, manageable setting.

As a CDU Clinical Nurse, you’ll:

• Deliver high-impact, short-term patient care from admission to discharge
• Perform full-spectrum nursing: assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation
• Work alongside a collaborative team of providers using streamlined, evidence-based protocols
• Build your emergency and acute care skillset—without the chaos of a traditional ED

You’re a great fit if you are:

• A compassionate, clinically strong nurse who enjoys critical thinking
• Looking to grow your ED skills in a structured, supportive environment
• Someone who values both fast-paced care and work-life balance

• 1–2 years in ED, acute care, or intermediate care
• Telemetry experience or willingness to learn (we’ll train you)
• CDU experience is a bonus, but not required

• Night Shift | 36 hours/week
• 12-hour shifts
• Rotating holiday schedule

• 1:4 Nurse-to-Patient Ratio Deliver personalized, high-quality care every shift.
• Grow Your Skills Strengthen your emergency and acute care expertise in a hands‑on environment.
• Work-Life Balance Experience the pace of emergency care—with more structure and predictability.
• Career Mobility Cross‑train in the main Emergency Department and expand your opportunities.

If you’re looking for a role where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is visible every day—this is it.

Apply today and join a CDU team that’s redefining emergency care.

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.

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.