New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical Oncology

Advocate Health•Charlotte, NC

8d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care in Medical Surgical Oncology, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The RN engages patients and families across the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role promotes a culture of safety, evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols. The RN participates in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives; communicates and delegates effectively; maintains accurate and timely EHR documentation; and pursues professional development and required certifications. The RN adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care. Floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area may be required. Care must be appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served. This is a full-time position working three 12-hour night shifts per week (36 hours per week), with weekend and holiday requirements. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The position requires graduation from a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, BLS, and an active RN license or compact privilege for the state(s) where care is provided. A BSN is preferred. Atrium Health is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must be authorized to work full time in the United States.

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 in 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.
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, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; 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 through the continuum of 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.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and foster 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, 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, 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, based on the teammate's job.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Career development programs.