Registered Nurse Hospital at Home Variable

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

17h•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the Adult Hospital at Home department. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The position will cross-train to Virtual Nurse, Liaison, and Field Nurse responsibilities and may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient-care needs. The nurse promotes safety and evidence-based practice, participates in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives, and evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes. Duties may include administering medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols; communicating effectively and resolving conflict; delegating appropriately; maintaining accurate and timely EHR documentation; and pursuing professional development and required certifications. The nurse adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and provides integrated, unbiased care while respecting interdisciplinary roles. The role requires knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan, including assessing patient status and identifying age-specific needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Work is variable shift and includes weekends and holidays. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Telehealth, telenursing, and virtual care practice requires licensure or privilege to practice in the state(s) where clients are located; nurses must know and comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.
Typically, 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 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, with 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.
May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader.

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 and take action as needed.
May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
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, 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 in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Cross-train to Virtual Nurse, Liaison, and Field Nurse roles.
Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.