Registered Nurse (RN) - High-Risk Postpartum

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

Job summary

Advocate Health’s 8DE - High Risk Postpartum unit at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced RN to provide and coordinate care in an 18-bed unit with a 1:4.5 ratio, adjusted by acuity. The role requires an accredited nursing program, NC RN license, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire.

Minimum 6 months of inpatient RN experience is required, with 1 year preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• RN license issued by the state of practice.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS within 6 months of hire.
• At least 6 months of inpatient RN experience; 1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process.
• Use evidence-based practice and clinical decision making to ensure patient safety and a positive experience across the care continuum.

Skills

RN experience

BLS certified

ACLS and PALS within 6 months

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

Job description

Where You Will Work:

8DE - High Risk Postpartum, is an 18 bed Postpartum/GYN unit. Our nurse-to-patient Ratio is 1:4.5 yet is adjusted based on the level of acuity. Our unit provides obstetrical and Gynecological care to females from adolescence through older adult with multicultural backgrounds. Inpatient care is provided twenty-four hours a day. Care is provided to patients admitted with acute obstetrical and/or surgical conditions. Patient types consist of postpartum mothers with medical complications that require an increased level of care after a vaginal or c-section delivery. Early gestation patients may be admitted to the unit for medical complications. Gynecological diagnoses consist of hysterectomy, exploratory laparotomy, fetal demise, ectopic pregnancies, and post urology procedures.

Expectations 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 and PALS are required within 6 months of hire.
• At least 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 Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, located in Charlotte, North Carolina. As the largest hospital in the region, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services and is recognized for its excellence in patient care, research, and education. With 874 licensed beds and more than 1,100 physicians and providers, the hospital serves as the region’s only Level I trauma center and is an approved transplant center for heart, kidney, pancreas, and liver. CMC is one of North Carolina’s five Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospitals, providing residency training in 15 specialties and serving as a regional campus for Wake Forest University School of Medicine. It is home to Levine Cancer Institute, Levine Children’s Hospital, and Carolinas Rehabilitation, all nationally ranked for their specialized care. The hospital has been named the #1 Best Hospital in the Charlotte region by U.S. News & World Report for eight consecutive years and holds Magnet designation for nursing excellence from the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

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.

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