Registered Nurse (RN) – Med Surg Float Pool

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Union, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Med Surg Float Pool, providing nursing care across Atrium Health Union, Union West, and Anson as needed. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate patient care, involving patients and families throughout the care continuum. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, collaborates with the care team, and promotes safety and evidence-based practice. Responsibilities also include medication and treatment administration as applicable, delegation, communication, conflict resolution, and accurate electronic health record documentation. The position requires care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs and may involve floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area.

This is a full-time position working three 12-hour shifts per week, 7 a.m.–7 p.m., including every other weekend. The nurse must maintain an active, unrestricted RN license or compact privilege to practice in the relevant state(s), as well as Basic Life Support certification. The role typically requires one year of clinical nursing experience. Physical demands include frequent movement and patient handling, and the nurse may encounter hazardous materials, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases while using protective equipment as appropriate.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active, unrestricted registered nurse 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; 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 and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Willingness to float to Atrium Health Union, Union West, and Anson.
• Must work three 12-hour shifts per week, 7 a.m.–7 p.m., and every other weekend.

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 through 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 conflicts, foster team 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, timely electronic health record documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed.
• Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following 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
• Potential premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree