New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) – Neurological Progressive Care Unit

Advocate Aurora Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health’s Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC seeks a skilled Registered Nurse to join the 9B Neurological Progressive Care Unit. You will deliver and coordinate nursing care for high-acuity neurological patients, operate within evidence-based protocols, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes safety, patient advocacy, and continuous professional growth within a dynamic neuroscience care environment, including complex

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Contribute to a safe, therapeutic environment and communicate effectively with the care team.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Clear communication

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's degree in Nursing

RN licensure in the state of practice

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Where You Will Work:

TheNeurological Progressive Care Unit (9B)atAtrium Health Carolinas Medical Centeris a high-acuity, fast-paced progressive care unit established to support and decompress the Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit (NSICU). Our nurses thrive in a dynamic environment that fosters continuous professional growth while developing expertise in the care of complex neurological and neurosurgical patients.

Our team provides specialized care for a wide range of patient populations and advanced therapies, including:

• Post-operative craniotomy patients
• Pituitary tumor resection patients
• Post-operative deep brain stimulator (DBS) patients
• Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak repair patients in collaboration with ENT surgeons
• Subdural hematomas, including patients undergoing bedside twist drill procedures, burr holes, and craniotomies with hematoma evacuation
• Seizure/epilepsy patients and associated procedures
• Subarachnoid hemorrhage patients
• Post-operative spinal surgery patients requiring progressive care-level monitoring
• Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunts and external ventricular drains (EVDs)
• Subdural drains
• Lumbar drains
• Ischemic stroke patients at high risk for hemorrhagic conversion
• Hemorrhagic stroke patients requiring progressive care-level monitoring
• Neuromuscular diseases (Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain- Barre, Multiple Scleorsis)
• CNS infections
• NSICU patients transitioning to progressive care status
• Advanced respiratory management, including tracheostomy care, BiPAP, and high-flow nasal cannula (OptiFlow)
• Intravenous infusion management, including cardiac drips, nicardipine (Cardene), and heparin

Staffing ratios are thoughtfully adjusted to meet patient acuity needs, with ideal nurse-to-patient assignments of1:3, and1:2 for our highest-acuity patients, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, patient-centered care.

The 9B team is a highly skilled, compassionate, and collaborative work family dedicated to delivering outstanding clinical care while providing unwavering support to patients and their loved ones during some of life's most challenging moments.

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.

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.

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.