Registered Nurse-Monitor Bed Unit (FT)

Registered Nurse (RN) – Monitor Bed Unit (MBU)

Acute Care Services | Ashe Memorial Hospital | West Jefferson, NC

At Ashe Memorial Hospital, our mission guides everything we do:
“To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high-quality health care.”

We are honored to be recognized as Ashe’s Best Place to Work from 2022 through 2025 and as Ashe’s Best Hospital. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional care while fostering a supportive, collaborative environment for our staff.

If you are seeking a role where your clinical expertise truly makes an impact, we invite you to join our team.

Position Details

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Monitor Bed Unit (MBU)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day Shift (1st Shift; days vary)

Travel: None required

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse in the Monitor Bed Unit (MBU) provides direct, patient-centered care utilizing clinical expertise, critical thinking, and evidence-based practice. This role involves continuous patient monitoring, timely intervention, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Continuously monitor patient conditions and respond promptly to clinical changes

Perform comprehensive assessments for patients across the lifespan

Administer medications safely using electronic medical record systems

Interpret cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately to abnormalities

Assist physicians with examinations, procedures, and specialized treatments

Provide patient and family education, support, and advocacy

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory standards

Ensure a safe, clean, and compliant patient care environment

Collaborate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team members

Minimum Qualifications

Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (CPR) – required

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required within 6 months of hire

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – preferred

Experience: Recent Critical Care and/or Medical-Surgical experience required

Core Competencies

Strong clinical judgment and prioritization skills

Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care

High level of professionalism and accountability

Employment Requirements

Compliance with all health and safety policies, including vaccination requirements (approved exemptions considered)

Successful completion of a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening (post-offer)

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits begin the first of the month following employment, in accordance with hospital policy.

For additional information regarding benefits and the full job description, please contact Human Resources.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit:

Completed application

Resume

Cover letter (including explanation of any employment gaps)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ashe Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Make a Meaningful Impact

At Ashe Memorial Hospital, you are more than a nurse—you are an essential part of a close-knit community where your care makes a difference every day.