Registered Nurse Hospital at Home

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Hospital at Home provides nursing care across the continuum, engaging patients and families in assessment, planning, diagnosis, implementation, and evaluation. The role monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The nurse promotes safety, evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols. The role includes cross-training to Virtual Nurse, Liaison, and Field Nurse functions, and may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The nurse must provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development across the lifespan. The position supports professional governance, unit councils, quality initiatives, evidence-based practice, effective communication, conflict resolution, appropriate delegation, and accurate, timely EHR documentation. The nurse adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics, maintains required certifications and education, and practices within the laws and standards of the states where clients are located, including for virtual nursing services. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible role with a day-shift schedule of 36 hours per week, including weekends and holidays. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. Physical requirements include frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting, bending, reaching, and twisting; handling patient care equipment and supplies; and the ability to respond quickly to changing conditions. Exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease may occur, requiring protective equipment as necessary.

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.
For telehealth, telenursing, or virtual practice, hold a license or privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) are located 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 during the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a 150-pound sliding transfer 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 and perform physical safety interventions, including restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional education, training, certifications, experience, or department-specific physical requirements may apply.

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 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 and evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, 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 EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and age-specific needs.
Cross-train to Virtual Nurse, Liaison, and Field Nurse roles.