New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - 3 Palmetto Med/Surg/Cardiac

Advocate Health • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The New Graduate Registered Nurse will provide nursing care in the 3 Palmetto Medical/Surgical/Cardiac unit at Atrium Health Pineville. The RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The role monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to support patient outcomes and a culture of safety.

The RN contributes to unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. The position includes medication, treatment, and therapy administration as appropriate; accurate and timely electronic health record documentation; communication and delegation across the care team; and ongoing professional development. The RN may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must reflect patients’ age-specific needs and comply with departmental policies and procedures, professional ethics, and applicable nursing practice requirements.

This is a full-time position scheduled for three 12-hour shifts per week, totaling 36 hours weekly. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The role requires frequent physical activity, patient handling, and the ability to respond to changes in patient or unit conditions. The work may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease, with protective equipment used 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.
• 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 meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting.
• 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, and 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 such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation when needed.
• 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 unavailable for this role.

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 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.
• 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.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Follow 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.
• 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, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.

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, where applicable.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed