Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU FT

Atrium Health Enterprise; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Lincoln PACU is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Surgical Services team in Lincolnton, NC. The role focuses on perioperative patient care in a fast-paced environment with collaboration across services.

Ideal candidates will have an accredited nursing program, an active RN license, BLS, ACLS, and prior ICU/PACU/ER experience. On-site responsibilities and a commitment to high-quality patient safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the practicing state.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification is required.
• Prior ICU, PACU, or ER nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care.
• Lead and communicate with the care team to ensure a safe environment and optimal patient experience across the perioperative continuum.

Skills

RN license

BLS Certification

ACLS

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Atrium Health Lincoln PACU

Lincolnton, NC, United States

Where You Will Work

Surgical Services at Lincoln includes a modern procedural suite with three operating rooms (ORs) and two endoscopy rooms. Our surgical specialties include General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedics, and Neurosurgery focused on spinal procedures. In Endoscopy, the team performs a broad range of procedures, including colonoscopies, EGDs, bronchoscopies, and select cardiology-related procedures such as loop recorder insertions, TEEs, and cardioversions. We operate Monday through Friday, with on‑call coverage for weekends and holidays. Routine surgical volumes average approximately 270 OR cases and 350 endoscopy cases per month. Preop/PACU staff support a fast‑paced, collaborative environment focused on high-quality care, patient safety, and smooth perioperative workflow across all service lines.

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
• Previous ICU, PACU or ER nursing experience strongly 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:

We are proud to celebrate Atrium Health Lincoln on achieving their Magnet Recognition with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center along with being honored with 14 exemplars. This award winning, 101-bed hospital, was designed with the community in mind. The facility opened in 2010, replacing a family farm. History from this farm can be seen and found on the campus today. 300,000 reclaimed bricks from a local mill, Belding-Hausman Mill, were placed into the exterior of the hospital and represent the dedication to the community they serve. The campus also has a 1.2-mile public walking trail that encircles the campus, winding past ponds and through natural wooded areas left intact on the land. Two medical office buildings that house many provider offices and offer medical services that serve the community can also be found on Atrium Health Lincoln's campus.

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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