Registered Nurse (RN) / (LPN), 5-Star Skilled Nursing Facility (Hospital-Based)

Back Registered Nurse (RN) / (LPN), 5-Star Skilled Nursing Facility (Hospital-Based) Iredell Health System Statesville, NC Apr 01, 2026 Nursing Job Description Apply Job Type Full-time Description

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Job Summary Join our award-winning, 5-star hospital-based Skilled Nursing Unit We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our hospital-based Skilled Nursing Unit. In this role, you will bridge the gap between acute hospital care and home for patients requiring temporary rehabilitative support. You will provide high-level medical care to patients recovering from surgeries, complex illnesses, or chronic condition flare-ups (such as COPD or heart failure). As a key member of our interdisciplinary team, you will balance clinical expertise with leadership to promote patient independence and prevent hospital readmissions.

Key Responsibilities Comprehensive Assessment:

Conduct thorough head-to-toe physical and mental health assessments upon admission and monitor for subtle changes in condition.

Clinical Interventions:

Administer oral and IV medications, manage central lines, and perform advanced wound care for surgical sites or pressure injuries.

Care Coordination:

Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists (PT), and occupational therapists (OT) to implement and update personalized care plans.

Patient Advocacy & Education:

Serve as a liaison between families and the medical team, educating patients on managing their recovery at home.

Supervision:

Oversee and delegate tasks to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to ensure a high standard of patient-centered care.

Documentation:

Maintain accurate, real-time records of vitals, treatments, and patient progress.

Shifts:

Must be available 7p-7a; we are 24/7 365 days and our team works to care for our patients as needed whether week night or weekend night.

Requirements Qualifications & Skills Licensure:

Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of NC.

Certification:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification.

Experience:

Previous experience in skilled nursing, med-surg, or acute care is preferred; new graduates with strong clinical rotations are encouraged to apply.

Soft Skills:

Strong critical thinking, emotional resilience, and the ability to communicate empathetically with stressed or vulnerable patients and families.

Physical Stamina:

Ability to stand for long periods and assist with patient transfers or repositioning (up to 30 lbs).

Perks & Benefits Competitive Pay:

Starting wages based on experience, with premium rates for [Weekend Option/Night Shift].

Health & Wellness:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus company-paid life insurance.

Retirement:

403 (b) plan with employer matching.

Career Growth:

Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees and ongoing professional development opportunities. Are you ready to make a lasting difference in patient recovery? Apply today through our Careers Portal at iredellhealth.org Email me jobs like this About Iredell Health System Iredell Health System includes Iredell Memorial Hospital, Iredell Wound & Hyperbaric Center, Iredell Home Health, corporate wellness programs, a skilled nursing facility and a physician network. Iredell offers convenient and easy access to state-of-the-art diagnostics and comprehensive health services. Centers of Excellence include Women's and Children's; Cardiovascular; Cancer Care; Surgical Services and Wellness & Prevention. While more and more independent hospitals are being purchased by large for-profit chains, the leadership of Iredell Health System continue to believe - as did the original trustees who signed the certificate of incorporation- that the community is well-served by a locally-owned, locally-operated hospital. Without shareholders or distant corporate offices, all profits remain in the community to provide services, modern equipment and highly skilled staff. Awards American Heart Association & American Stroke Association Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Quality Award American Diabetes Association Diabetes Center Recognition Award The Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center designation American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer Certified Community Cancer Program Blue Cross Blue Shield (Blue Distinction) Distinction Center+ for Hips and Knees & Maternity Care PNC Excellence in Healthcare Award for Quality of Care Charlotte Business Journal (4 consecutive years ) Healthiest Employers of Greater Charlotte Award Healthiest Employers (2 consecutive years) Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers & Systems Top 13 Acute-Care hospitals in North Carolina Healogics Center of Distinction & Center of Excellence Awards Company Profile