Registered Nurse Hospital at Home

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

1d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Hospital at Home provides nursing care across the continuum, engaging patients and families in assessment, planning, diagnosis, implementation, and evaluation. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role promotes safety, evidence-based practice, ethical decision-making, and integrated, unbiased patient care while maintaining accurate and timely EHR documentation. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, on the day shift, and includes weekends and holidays. The nurse will cross-train to Virtual Nurse, Liaison, and Field Nurse roles and may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The role requires a graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, Basic Life Support (BLS), and an active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice where nursing services are provided. Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience is required. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. Physical requirements include frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; supporting up to 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person. The nurse must be able to perform procedures requiring fine hand manipulation, respond quickly to changing conditions, and may encounter hazardous materials, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
For telehealth, telenursing, or virtual care, hold a license or privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) are located and comply with those jurisdictions' laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.
Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, bodily fluids, or communicable diseases.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to applicable clinical protocols and procedures, as needed.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, following departmental policies and procedures.
Cross-train to Virtual Nurse, Liaison, and Field Nurse roles.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Competitive compensation, with base pay determined by factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and training.
Premium pay, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the role.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.
Well-being programs.