New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) – Behavioral Medical Observation

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health's Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC is seeking a compassionate RN to join 6B Medical, a specialized observation unit for behavioral health patients awaiting transfer. You will provide and coordinate patient care using the nursing process in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

Applicants must complete an accredited nursing program, hold an RN license for the state, and maintain BLS. This on-site role offers collaborative teamwork, ongoing learning, and a culture focused on

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

Skills

Nursing

Education

Nursing degree/diploma completion

Job description

Where You Will Work

6B Medical is a specialized medical observation unit designed to manage behavioral health patients in an acute care setting while awaiting transfer to inpatient psychiatric facilities. Our team collaborates closely with emergency room staff, hospitalists, psychiatric liaison providers, and Behavioral Health Patient Placement partners to ensure timely and appropriate transitions for our vulnerable patient population. We care for a diverse group of patients, including those with addiction, Alzheimer’s, brain injuries, trauma, and postpartum mental health conditions. While our primary focus is behavioral health observation, we also provide medical care for patients who require clearance before transfer, utilizing Med/Surg skills in a slower-paced environment than traditional units. We are seeking compassionate, team-oriented nurses with a passion for serving complex patient populations and a commitment to continuous learning and collaboration.

We’re Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association

What You’ll Do

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

About This Location

Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health in Charlotte NC, distinguished throughout the southeastern United States for its excellent patient care and medical expertise. CMC serves as the region’s only Level 1 Trauma center, is Magnet-designated, and an approved transplant center for heart, kidney, pancreas and liver. We also serve as one of North Carolina’s 5 Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospitals, providing residency training for more than 200 physicians in 15 specialties and serve as a regional campus for Wake Forest University School of Medicine.

Be The Nurse Who Redefines Care

At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Please note that Atrium Health is currently unable to provide employment visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.