New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Ortho

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

7d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The New Graduate Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the Med/Surg Ortho department. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, involving patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes while promoting a culture of safety and evidence-based practice. The position is full-time, with a night-shift schedule of three shifts per week and 36 hours per week. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to patients’ age-specific needs and aligned with departmental policies and procedures. Candidates must graduate from a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, hold Basic Life Support certification, and have an active RN license or privilege to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred. Atrium Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship; applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States. The role involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present. It also requires functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, and fine hand manipulation. The nurse may perform physical safety interventions and may be exposed to hazardous waste, chemicals, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases, with protective equipment required as appropriate.

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 operating 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.
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 wear protective clothing and equipment when exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
Full-time U.S. work authorization; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.

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 outcomes.
Promote and uphold a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to applicable protocols and procedures, as needed.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and support team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
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 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 departmental policies and procedures.
Respond quickly 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.
Career development programs.