Registered Nurse (RN) - PACU PT Nights

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

Job summary

Atrium Health Cabarrus PACU in Concord, NC is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive post-anesthesia care in a 28-bed recovery unit. The RN will monitor, administer medications, document accurately, and participate in discharge planning, education, and collaborative care with the multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates have an accredited nursing program, an active RN license in North Carolina, BLS certification, and preferred PACU/ICU experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the state where the teammate practices.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• One year of previous PACU, Critical Care, Emergency Department or ICU experience strongly preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care.
• Lead with evidence-based practice to create the safest patient environment and best patient experience across the continuum.

Skills

RN License

BLS certified

PACU experience

Nursing degree

Education

Nursing degree or diploma

Job description

Department: 70156 Atrium Health Cabarrus - PACU: ASC

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week: 24

Schedule Details/Additional Information: 1500-0300 shift. Two shifts per week. Every 4‑th weekend. 2 call shifts per 6-week schedule.

Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

Registered Nurse (RN) - AH Cabarrus PACU, Concord, NC, United States

Where You Will Work:

Our 28‑bed recovery room delivers comprehensive Phase I and Phase II post‑anesthesia care for patients recovering from a wide range of surgical procedures, including orthopedic, spine, bariatric, general, HPB, plastics, urology, gynecology, cardiac, trauma, and vascular surgeries. Primary responsibilities include physiological monitoring, effective management of anesthesia‑related effects, safe medication administration, and accurate, timely documentation. Staff also play a key role in discharge planning, patient and family education, adherence to established policies and clinical standards, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. We take pride in fostering a supportive, collaborative environment that promotes engagement, professional growth, patient satisfaction, and excellence in care. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong interpersonal communication, exceptional clinical assessment abilities, and advanced critical‑thinking skills. Some call shifts, weekends and holidays are required.

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
• One year of previous PACU, Critical Care, Emergency Department or ICU experience strongly preferred for this role

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 Cabarrus is a 457‑bed tertiary care facility serving Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, and surrounding counties. As a designated Level III Trauma Center, we provide comprehensive emergency services and a wide range of specialty medical care. We are proud to hold disease‑specific certifications in Stroke, Epilepsy, Spine, Bariatrics, and Chest Pain Center care.

Our hospital has earned recognition for excellence, including awards for our Geriatric Emergency Department, ANCC Pathway to Excellence designation, and being named a Best Hospital for Nurses.

Clinical Units & Specialties

• Maternity Center
• Cardiovascular Services
• Medical‑Surgical Services
• Surgical Services designated as an ASMBS Surgery Center of Excellence
• Additional Programs & Support Services
• Professional Governance - Empowering clinical decision‑making and leadership
• Teammate Advisory Board - Fostering collaboration and continuous improvement
• Behavioral Response Team (BRT) - One of only two designated teams in the region responding to patients with escalating behaviors
• Vascular Access Team - 24/7 expert support for complex IV insertions, PICC lines, and specialized procedures
• Academic Partnership - Strong collaboration with Cabarrus College of Health Sciences to support education and workforce development

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