Registered Nurse (RN) - Observation Unit

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Concord, NC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Medical Observation Unit (23 beds) and Cardiac Observation Unit (10 beds), caring for adult patients with a range of medical, surgical, cardiac, neurological, and other diagnoses, typically with anticipated stays of 24–48 hours. The role provides and coordinates comprehensive, safe, therapeutic, patient-centered care through the nursing process, in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. The RN uses evidence-based practice, clinical judgment, compassion, and communication to support patient safety and experience across the continuum of care. The position is based at Atrium Health Cabarrus, a 457-bed tertiary care facility and Level III Trauma Center serving Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, and surrounding counties. The hospital offers specialty services and programs, including professional governance, a Teammate Advisory Board, a Behavioral Response Team, a Vascular Access Team, and an academic partnership with Cabarrus College of Health Sciences. The unit emphasizes teamwork, respect, open communication, professional growth, work-life balance, wellness, and recognition. This is a full-time position at 36 hours per week, scheduled for three 1900–0700 shifts weekly, with a rotating weekend schedule and rotational holidays. The RN may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Compensation is listed at $38.20–$57.30 per hour, with additional premium pay potentially available based on shift or other factors.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Active registered nurse license, either multi-state compact and/or single-state, with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Typically requires at least 1 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; 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, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines 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.
Compliance with applicable state laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice for the location where clients are served.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Engage 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 outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety; evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster 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.
Provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients, applying knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.