Registered Nurse (RN) MICU

Advocate Health • Albemarle, NC

9d • $38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides nursing care in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The RN engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adapts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role supports a culture of safety, evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, maintains accurate and timely EHR documentation, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols.

The RN contributes to unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives; communicates effectively, resolves conflict, delegates appropriately, and pursues professional development and required certifications. The RN follows the ANA Code of Ethics, respects interdisciplinary roles, and provides integrated, unbiased care. The position may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The RN must provide age-appropriate care and understand growth and development across the lifespan.

This is a full-time position with a 7 p.m.–7 a.m. schedule; weekends and holidays are required. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The position requires frequent physical activity, lifting and supporting up to 35 pounds, pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force, and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present. It may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases, requiring protective equipment as appropriate.

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 client nursing services are provided.
• 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 operating computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above 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, with 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 work with potential exposure to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease, using protective clothing and equipment as necessary.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

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 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 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, 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 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 developmental needs.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

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.
• Competitive compensation, including possible premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases.
• Career development programs and well-being programs.

What This Job Offers

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