Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Kannapolis, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Atrium Health Kannapolis, a facility of Atrium Health Cabarrus, delivers comprehensive 24-hour emergency medical services to Kannapolis and surrounding communities, providing high-quality care for patients of all ages—from minor injuries such as fractures and lacerations to life-threatening conditions including heart attacks and strokes. The department is staffed by board-certified emergency medicine physicians and supported by on-site respiratory therapists with an expanded scope of practice to ensure advanced clinical support. The unit features 12 monitored beds and 5 vertical care spaces designed to optimize patient flow and efficiency, along with fully integrated on-site radiology and laboratory services. As part of the broader Atrium Health system, the facility is backed by the expertise and resources of Carolinas Medical Center, the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, ensuring seamless access to the highest level of specialized care when needed. As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• At least 6 months of RN experience
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of Critical Care (ED, ICU) experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed