Registered Nurse (RN) - Kannapolis Emergency Department

Carolinas Medical Center; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Atrium Health Kannapolis, a facility of Atrium Health Cabarrus, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. This part-time role covers 24 hours per week with weekend shifts from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced ED.

Candidates must complete an accredited nursing program, hold an active RN license for the state, and possess BLS; ACLS is required within 6 months of hire; 6 months of ED/CCU experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• ACLS certification to be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• RN license issued by the state of practice or eligibility in-state.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care in the ED.
• Lead efforts to ensure patient safety and a high-quality experience for all ages.

Skills

BLS for Healthcare Providers

ACLS within 6 months

Education

Accredited nursing program completion

Job description

Department:

36126 Atrium Health Cabarrus - Emergency Department: Kannapolis

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

24

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Part-Time Weekends 11a-11p

Pay Range:

$38.20 - $57.30

Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Department

Atrium Health Kannapolis, a facility of Atrium Health Cabarrus, delivers comprehensive 24-hour emergency medical services to Kannapolis and surrounding communities, providing high-quality care for patients of all ages-from minor injuries such as fractures and lacerations to life-threatening conditions including heart attacks and strokes. The department is staffed by board-certified emergency medicine physicians and supported by on-site respiratory therapists with an expanded scope of practice to ensure advanced clinical support. The unit features 12 monitored beds and 5 vertical care spaces designed to optimize patient flow and efficiency, along with fully integrated on-site radiology and laboratory services. As part of the broader Atrium Health system, the facility is backed by the expertise and resources of Carolinas Medical Center, the region's only Level I Trauma Center, ensuring seamless access to the highest level of specialized care when needed.

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 Critical Care (ED, ICU) 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.

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.

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