Registered Nurse (RN) - Concord Mills Emergency Department

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Concord, NC

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the Concord Mills Emergency 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 while promoting a culture of safety and evaluating patient, team, and unit outcomes. The nurse may safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols and procedures; communicate effectively and resolve conflicts; delegate appropriately; maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation; and pursue professional development while completing required education and maintaining certifications. The role adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and supports unbiased, integrated patient care. 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’ ages and developmental needs, consistent with department policies and procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multistate compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
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 meet the physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting 35 pounds; pushing and pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing 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 and perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Additional education, training, certifications, experience, or department-specific physical requirements may apply based on specialty and responsibilities.

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 a culture of safety and evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster 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 and timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following department policies and procedures.