Resource Registered Nurse - Womens Float Pool

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Charlotte, NC

1d

About The Position

The Resource Registered Nurse works on Charlotte’s Women’s Resource Team and floats to CMC (Main) and four additional facilities selected from University, Lake Norman, Stanly, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Lincoln, Pineville, Union, and Union West. The nurse provides age-appropriate patient care using the nursing process, supports patients and families throughout the continuum of care, and collaborates with the care team to achieve effective outcomes. The position may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient-care needs.

The nurse promotes a culture of safety, participates in professional governance and quality initiatives, maintains accurate electronic health record documentation, and practices in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics and applicable clinical protocols. The role requires effective communication, collaboration, delegation, professional development, and the ability to respond promptly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

The position requires graduation from a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, Basic Life Support certification, and an active RN license or compact privilege valid in the state where nursing services are provided. One year of clinical nursing experience is typically required. A BSN and two years of service-line-specific RN experience are preferred. The work involves frequent movement and lifting, patient handling, and possible exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective equipment must be worn when necessary.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active registered nurse license or multi-state compact privilege to practice in the state(s) where 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 with 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 and 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.
• 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 wear protective clothing and equipment when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Two years of service-line-specific RN experience.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience based on specialty.

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.
• 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, and foster team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Practice ethical decision-making in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics, 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, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Respond promptly 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, premium pay for eligible shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

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