Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Decision Unit

Advocate Health • Shelby, NC

3d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in Atrium Health Cleveland’s 24-bed Clinical Decision Unit, an observation/medical unit serving patients with conditions such as chest pain and kidney stones, patients undergoing minor surgeries, and overflow medical/surgical patients. Nurses work alongside the hospitalist group and other members of the care team to provide quality, compassionate care.

The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions and adjusts care plans; promotes safety; documents in the EHR; and supports effective teamwork, delegation, ethical practice, and evidence-based care. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to protocols and may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served.

This is a full-time, day-schedule position, 36 hours per week, with work every third weekend. The role requires physical activity throughout the workday, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, and twisting, and may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. Protective equipment must be worn 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.
• Typically, one 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 sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds while 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.

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 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.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Practice in accordance with 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 to meet patient care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs in accordance with department 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 may be available for shifts, on-call work, and other qualifying circumstances.
• 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: Associate degree