New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical Oncology

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The New Graduate Registered Nurse works in Medical Surgical Oncology at Atrium Health Pineville. The nurse provides age-appropriate patient care throughout the care continuum, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The role involves monitoring patient conditions, adjusting care plans, coordinating resources, collaborating with the care team, and maintaining a culture of safety. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to protocols and may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as patient-care needs require. The position is full-time, scheduled for three 12-hour night shifts per week, with holiday and weekend requirements. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The nurse is expected to maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, communicate and delegate effectively, pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications. The role requires adherence to the ANA Code of Ethics and compliance with applicable nursing laws, regulations, and standards of practice. The work includes physical activity and may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective equipment must be worn when necessary. Atrium Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
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.
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; 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 respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

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 care continuum.
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 in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately to registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
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.
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, following departmental policies and procedures.
Respond promptly to changes in patient or unit conditions and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.