Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg Float Pool

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,348 - 78,523; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a registered nurse to join the Med Surg Float Pool. This role supports multiple inpatient units with three 12-hour night shifts (7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.) and weekend rotation, 36 hours per week. You will deliver patient-centered care using nursing process and evidence-based practice.

The ideal candidate has a nursing degree, active RN license, at least two years of inpatient experience, BLS, and strong clinical judgment. BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing program.
• Minimum of 2 years of inpatient nursing experience.
• Active, unrestricted RN license (multi-state compact and/or state-specific as applicable).
• BLS certification.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and ability to adapt across multiple units.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, patient-centered care using nursing process, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practice—monitoring complex patient conditions, administering treatments, and adapting care across multiple Med Surg settings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across units to drive optimal outcomes—promoting safety, maintaining accurate documentation, supporting communication and delegation, and maintaining flexibility to meet patient care needs.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Adapt across units

Education

BSN

BLS certification

Active RN license (multi-state compact / state)

Board of Nursing approved nursing program

Job description

Job Summary

Department: 34119 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - NCBH Nursing Float Pool

Status: Benefits Eligible – Yes

Hours per Week: 36

Schedule Details: Night Shift 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m., three 12‑hour shifts, weekend rotation required

Pay Range: $38.20 – $57.30

Where You’ll Work: Med Surg Float Pool – Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Join our Med Surg Float Pool, where adaptable RNs deliver compassionate, high‑quality care across multiple inpatient units. This role offers the flexibility to expand your clinical expertise while collaborating with diverse care teams in a leading academic medical center committed to excellence and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing program
• Minimum of 2 years of inpatient nursing experience
• Active, unrestricted RN license (multi‑state compact and/or state‑specific as applicable)
• BLS certification
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and ability to adapt across multiple units

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

What You’ll Do

• Deliver safe, patient‑centered critical care using the nursing process, clinical judgment, and evidence‑based practice—monitoring complex patient conditions, administering treatments, and adapting care across multiple Med Surg settings.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across units to drive optimal outcomes—promoting safety, maintaining accurate documentation, supporting communication and delegation, and maintaining flexibility to meet patient care needs.

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits

• 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

Location

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a nationally recognized academic medical center known for clinical excellence, research, and education—providing advanced care across a wide range of specialties and settings.

Registered Nurse Role Overview

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.

Eligibility 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.)