Emergency Department RN

Atrium Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for their Emergency Department. This full-time position emphasizes compassionate patient care, effective communication, and teamwork. The role offers generous benefits, ongoing education support, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient lives.

Benefits

Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 22.5 days/year

Education Reimbursement: Up to $2,500 for bachelor's and $5,000 for graduate degrees

Wellness Incentives: Up to $1,350 per year

Parental Benefits: Six weeks of paid maternity leave and four weeks for non-birthing parents

Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse licensure from the State of North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing process for patient-centered care and develop care plans.
• Participate in multidisciplinary discharge planning.
• Advocate for patients' needs and preferences.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Graduation from accredited School of Nursing; BSN preferred

Job description

Between June 14, 2025, and July 1, 2025 Atrium Health is transitioning to a new application platform to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of our hiring processes. To ensure a smooth transition and data integrity during this transition we have temporarily limited the number of job postings on the career website.

While active job postings may be reduced during this phase, it is important to note that Atrium Health remains committed to engaging with and attracting top talent. We encourage interested candidates to proactively connect with us by joining one of our established talent communities. Moreover, we will continue hosting in-person and virtual events, offering unique platforms for potential candidates to interact with Atrium Health representatives, learn about our career paths, and gain a deeper understanding of our mission and values.

High Point, NC, United States
Job ID: 160429
Job Family: Nursing
Status: Full Time
Shift: Evening
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 12511085230001-Emergency Department

Are you an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse with a burning passion for caring for patients in the Emergency Department? Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is calling upon individuals like you to become a vital part of our esteemed Emergency Department. If you possess the wisdom and expertise to navigate the intricate world of emergency care while delivering compassionate care, we have an exceptional opportunity awaiting your arrival. Join our ranks at Atrium Health High Point Medical Center where groundbreaking science meets unwavering patient advocacy, and where your nursing skills become a beacon of hope for those seeking answers and healing. Step into a role that promises innovation, camaraderie, and a chance to make an indelible mark on the lives of those we serve.

• Shift Schedule: Full time (36 hours), Weekday Evenings, 3p-3a (every 4th weekend rotation)

What We Offer:

• Generous PTO:Accrual starts at 22.5 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Education Reimbursement:We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.
• Wellness Incentives:Take advantage of up to $1,350 per year in wellness incentives through ourLiveWELL program, prioritizing your well-being.
• Parental Benefits:We understand the importance of family,providing six weeks of paid birthing-mother maternity leave and four weeks of paid parental leave for non-birthing parents.
• Retirement:Secure your financial future with up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

What You’ll Need:

• Graduation from accredited School of Nursing; BSN preferred.
• Registered Nurse licensure from the State of North Carolina Board of Nursing
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)required within 1 year of hire, per unit guidelines

How You’ll Impact Patient Care:

As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in our healthcare team, leading the coordination of patient care from assessment to evaluation. Yourexpertise will beshowcased as you prescribe, delegate, and carefully orchestrate nursing care tailored to each patient's unique needs, encompassing their age, health/illness status, and physiological/psychosocial well-being. By joining our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and contribute to our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional and top-quality healthcare.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Patient/Family Centered Care:Utilize the nursing process to deliver compassionate care, placing patients and their families at the center of every decision. Conduct thorough assessments, develop nursing diagnoses,identify outcomes, plan interventions, and coordinate care to promoteoptimal health and wellbeingin accordance with the policies of WFBH.
• Patient Discharge & Referrals:Participates in multidisciplinary discharge planning referrals to hospital and community resources as needed.
• Safe, Therapeutic, and Healing Environment: Create a secure and healing environment by safeguarding patient privacy and ensuring responsive, respectful, accepting, and professional behavior. Embrace technology and equipment to enhance patient and staff safety.
• Effective Communication:Demonstrate excellent communication skills to foster collaboration among the healthcare team,facilitating information sharing throughout the continuum of care. Active participation in our professional practice model and shared governance initiatives will promote teamwork, leadership, and clinical excellence.
• Professional Growth and Accountability: Function effectively in a professional setting by activelyparticipating in peer review, professional development, and adherence to care standards. Exhibit effective team skills, autonomous practice, and critical thinking, acknowledging accountability for actions.
• Patient Advocacy: Act as a passionate patient advocate throughout the continuum of care, advocating for their needs and preferences in all patient settings, including the community.
• Care Management and Clinical Prioritization: Coordinate the effective and efficient delivery of patient care services by applying care management principles.Identify clinical priorities and initiate action to continuously improve patient outcomes.
• Promotion of Healthy Work Environment: Embrace and contribute to our professional practice model through active participation in shared governance, promoting a healthy and supportive work environment. Take personal responsibility for professional growth and development.