Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

126 Atrium Health Hospitals, Inc.; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Atrium Health Cleveland Emergency Department in Shelby, NC, is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for a full-time position in a 36-bed ED. The department provides 24-hour emergency services as a Level III trauma center, with a strong focus on quality care and rapid access to specialists.

Applicants must complete an accredited nursing program, hold an active NC RN license, and have at least 6 months of RN experience. BLS is required, ACLS within 6 months, with inpatient RN experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• At least 6 months of RN experience.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state where practicing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
• 1 year of inpatient RN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care.
• Use evidence-based practice and strong communication to maintain a safe patient environment and positive patient experience across the continuum.

Skills

RN experience

BLS certification

ACLS within 6 months

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Department: 36102 Atrium Health Cleveland - Emergency Department Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Varied Hours Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department

Where You Will Work

Atrium Health Cleveland Emergency Department provides 24-hour emergency medical services to Cleveland County and the surrounding communities, delivering high-quality care for patients of all ages. From treating minor injuries such as fractures and lacerations to managing life-threatening conditions like heart attacks and strokes, the department is equipped to handle a full spectrum of emergency needs. The 36-bed emergency department is a Level III trauma center, offering around-the-clock physician coverage by board-certified emergency medicine providers, as well as resources for resuscitation, surgery, and intensive care for trauma patients. As a designated Chest Pain Center, the team demonstrates a strong commitment to quality care and adherence to rigorous clinical standards. In addition, on-call medical specialists are available for consultation, ensuring patients have access to comprehensive, coordinated care when needed. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.

We’re Looking For

Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing Candidates must have at least 6 months of RN experience, this position is not for new graduates 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 ACLS required within 6 months of hire 1 year of inpatient RN experience preferred

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 Cleveland in Shelby is a 241-bed hospital serving greater Cleveland County, NC, and the surrounding region. We were the first Level III trauma center in NC, offering advanced emergency care. We strive every day to bring advanced care to the community. We also believe in serving the community outside our hospital walls, as evidenced by our commitment to health education, and through our contributions to organizations such as United Way and Relay for Life. 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.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Reshaping Access

What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it

Inspiring Professionals

With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

Transforming Care

We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care