Advocate Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS); additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where providing client nursing services.
• 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.
• Must be able 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 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, 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, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• May be exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer-sponsored work authorization; permanent residency sponsorship is unavailable for new graduate RN positions.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science 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 care continuum.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• 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, 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, timely electronic health record 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 departmental policies and procedures.
• 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.