Registered Nurse (RN) - One Day Surgery PACU PRN

105 Carolinas Medical Center; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center One Day Surgery PACU in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a fast-paced perioperative team. The PACU cares for diverse surgical patients with Phase I and II areas, offering broad exposure and skill development in perianesthesia nursing.

The role requires an accredited nursing program completion, state RN license, and BLS; ACLS is required and at least one year of CCU/ED/PACU experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the relevant state.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification (ACLS required).
• ACLS certification required.
• At least 1 year of Critical Care, Emergency Department, or PACU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care.
• Deliver care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Utilize evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, and effective communication to ensure patient safety and quality experience across the continuum.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

PACU experience

Critical Care/ED experience

RN license

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Job description

Department: 37777 Carolinas Medical Center - PACU: MCP Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday through Friday 11 a - 8 p, variable for PRN. No call, no weekends.

Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

Registered Nurse (RN) - Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center One Day Surgery PACU Charlotte, NC, United States

Where You Will Work:

One Day Surgery PACU is a fast-paced and rewarding nursing environment that cares for a broad and dynamic surgical population. Our patients include those undergoing GYN, GYN/Oncology, UroGYN, Robotic procedures, General Surgery, ENT, Orthopedic Trauma, Urology, Breast Oncology, Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery, and Pediatrics. This diverse case mix offers an enriching experience for nurses looking to expand their clinical skill set and build a strong foundation in Perianesthesia nursing. Our PACU includes a 14-bay Phase I area and a 13-bay Phase II area. PACU nurses work in both phases, providing immediate post-anesthesia recovery care as well as later-stage preparation for discharge. This integrated model allows nurses to develop a deeper, more comprehensive knowledge of Perianesthesia nursing across the full continuum of care.

Our team is deeply committed to meeting each patient where they are—clinically, emotionally, and culturally—while providing a supportive, compassionate experience for both the patient and their family. We understand that surgery can be a vulnerable time, and we strive to make every interaction reassuring, respectful, and informative. We value Professional Governance through an active Unit Practice Council, support advancement through the Clinical Ladder, and encourage pursuit of specialty certification. Above all, we are dedicated to cultivating a strong unit culture where we lift everyone up, lead the way, think boldly together, and embrace the unknown.

Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule (0700-2030) with no call shifts, allowing you to grow your Perianesthesia skills while maintaining balance outside of work.

We’re Looking For:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• 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
• At least one year of previous Critical Care, Emergency Department, or PACU experience strongly preferred for this position.

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’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, which is distinguished throughout the southeastern United States for its excellent patient care and medical expertise. CMC serves as the region’s only Level 1 Trauma center, is Magnet-designated, and also an approved transplant center for heart, kidney, pancreas and liver. We also serve as one of North Carolina’s five Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospitals, providing residency training for more than 200 physicians in 15 specialties and serve as a satellite for the medical school at UNC-Chapel Hill.

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:

• 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 School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care

Clinical Excellence Areas

• Cardiovascular Care
• Neurosciences
• Gynecology
• Oncology
• Pediatrics
• Primary Care
• Neurology
• Geriatrics
• Trauma Care