Registered Nurse (RN)- Lexington Float Pool

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

Paid Time Off programs

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for their Lexington Medical Center – Nursing Float Pool. The role involves engaging in quality initiatives, utilizing evidence-based practices, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Candidates must hold an active RN license, basic life support certification, and typically have 1 year of clinical experience. The position requires strong clinical judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include competitive compensation and various health plans.

Qualifications

• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact/single-state license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.

Responsibilities

• Engage in unit councils and quality initiatives.
• Utilize nursing process for patient care.
• Monitor patient conditions and adjust care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments safely.
• Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Time management

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Department 34102 Lexington Medical Center – Nursing Float Pool

Status Full time

Benefits Eligible Yes

Hours Per Week 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information 7p7a, Lexington site only

Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30

Major Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence‑based practices.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision‑making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.).
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Certification / Registration / License

• Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi‑state compact and/or single‑state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services.

Note Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.

Experience Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Time management, prioritization and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E‑mail, electronic records, digital platforms, etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de‑escalation, if needed.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 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.

The Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high‑quality, patient‑centered care through evidence‑based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an acute care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes.