Registered Nurse I (RN) - Medical and Cardiac Observation

Advocate Health; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a seasoned Registered Nurse to join our Medical Observation Unit (23 beds) and Cardiac Observation Unit (10 beds) delivering safe, therapeutic care for adults with medical, surgical, cardiac, and neurological conditions, with 24–48 hour stays. The ideal candidate has completed an accredited nursing program, holds a North Carolina RN license, and maintains BLS certification.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, apply evidence-based practice, and

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program (not for new grads).
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state where you practice.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Lead efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum, applying evidence-based practice.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (ADN/BSN)

RN license

Job description

Where You Will Work:

Are you looking for a fast-paced and rewarding nursing environment? The Medical Observation Unit (23 beds) and Cardiac Observation Unit (10 beds) care for a wide variety of adult patients with medical, surgical, cardiac, neurological, etc. diagnoses with an anticipated length of stay of 24-48 hours! This is perfect for nurses who enjoy critical thinking, strong assessment skills, and a fast-paced work environment. Our collaborative interdisciplinary team expediates monitoring, diagnostic testing, and interventions while providing holistic, patient-centered care. Our unit prides itself on teamwork, respect, and open communication. We support professional growth for those pursuing certifications and/or degree advancement, as well as opportunities for career advancement. Our leaders prioritize work-life balance, wellness, and an ongoing culture of recognition. We celebrate wins together and support one another through challenges! We would love to have you as a part of our team!

We’re Looking For:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing. Not for a new grad nurse
• 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 Cabarrus is a 457-bed tertiary care facility serving Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, and surrounding counties. As a designated Level III Trauma Center, we provide comprehensive emergency services and a wide range of specialty medical care. We are proud to hold disease-specific certifications in Stroke, Epilepsy, Spine, Bariatrics, and Chest Pain Center care.

Our hospital has earned recognition for excellence, including awards for our Geriatric Emergency Department, ANCC Pathway to Excellence designation, and being named a Best Hospital for Nurses.

Additional Programs & Support Services

• Professional Governance – Empowering clinical decision-making and leadership
• Teammate Advisory Board – Fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
• Behavioral Response Team (BRT) – One of only two designated teams in the region responding to patients with escalating behaviors
• Vascular Access Team – 24/7 expert support for complex IV insertions, PICC lines, and specialized procedures
• Academic Partnership – Strong collaboration with Cabarrus College of Health Sciences to support education and workforce development

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 bold, 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 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 stronge