Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pool

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a skilled RN to provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care across multiple units at High Point Medical Center. The role requires completion of an accredited nursing program and an active NC RN license, with BLS and ACLS certifications preferred.

NIHSS certification is also required, with 2 years of RN experience preferred. You will deliver safe, therapeutic care using the nursing process and evidence-based practice while collaborating with a

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• NIHSS certification required.
• Two years of RN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Use evidence-based practice and clinical decision-making to lead efforts that create the safest patient environment and best patient experience across the continuum.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Coordination of care

Communication

Education

RN license (North Carolina)

BLS certification

ACLS certification

NIHSS certification

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Where You Will Work

The float staff provide flexible, skilled nursing care across multiple units (primarily acute care and intermediate level care) within High Point Medical Center, stepping in to support staffing needs and maintain safe patient care. They adapt quickly to different patient populations, workflows, and clinical environments while upholding hospital standards and best practices.

We’re Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of North Carolina
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required
• NIHSS required
• 2 years of 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

High Point Medical Center, part of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, is deeply rooted in the High Point community. Our strong sense of commitment extends to patient care, where we strive to meet all the needs of our patients—right here at home. Our 351-bed hospital serves the residents of High Point and surrounding areas providing a wide range of patient- and family-centered care backed by the expertise of a nationally recognized academic medical center. Our hospital offers a full range of hospital-based services, including emergency services, cardiovascular services, vascular surgery, general surgery (including robotics), bariatric surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic and spine surgery, women’s services (OB, GYN surgery, and GYN oncology), behavioral health, and inpatient rehabilitation.

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.