Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate - Adult Behavioral Health

Advocate Health • Winston-Salem, NC

5d • $38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care on the 24-bed Adult Behavioral Health Unit, serving adults experiencing acute psychiatric conditions. The unit focuses on stabilization through trauma-informed, patient-centered approaches. The RN works as part of a multidisciplinary team to foster a therapeutic environment that promotes healing and helps patients achieve their goals.

The role applies the nursing process across the continuum of care, involving patients and families in assessment, planning, diagnosis, implementation, and evaluation. The RN monitors patient conditions, coordinates with the care team, supports safety and quality initiatives, documents care in the electronic health record, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols. The RN may also float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient-care needs.

This position is full time, with three 12-hour shifts per week and day and night shift availability. Weekend and holiday rotations are required. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. A sign-on bonus may be available to applicants who have not received a company sign-on bonus for another role within the past 24 months.

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.
• 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 and platforms, including email and electronic records.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the 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, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to work with potential exposure to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease, using protective clothing and equipment as necessary.
• 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.
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, 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 electronic health record 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 the ages and developmental needs of patients served.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

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, such as shift and on-call pay, based on the role.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• A sign-on bonus may be available to eligible applicants who have not received a company sign-on bonus for another role within the past 24 months.

What This Job Offers

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