Registered Nurse I SE

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Wake Forest, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse I provides nursing care in the Operating Room at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. The nurse uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, involving patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The role monitors patient conditions, adapts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to support outcomes while promoting safety and evidence-based practice. The position includes accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, safe medication and treatment administration as applicable, appropriate delegation, and effective communication with patients and colleagues. The nurse may need to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area. Care must reflect patients’ age-specific needs and developmental stages. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., with on-call requirements. The stated pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The role requires clinical nursing experience, an active RN license or practice privilege for the state where services are provided, and Basic Life Support certification. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
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 meet the role’s physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Ability to use protective clothing and equipment when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

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 clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and foster team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow 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 department policies and procedures.

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.
Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.