Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU

Atrium Health; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligible

Job summary

Atrium Health Cleveland Progressive Care Units in Shelby, NC is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for our fast-paced PCU that manages cardiology, medical and surgical patients with telemetry monitoring. You will collaborate with cardiology, hospitalist teams and multidisciplinary staff to deliver safe, patient-centered care.

We value critical thinking, prioritization and compassionate care, and support ongoing professional development within our shared governance framework.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Registered Nurse license in the state where you practice.
• BLS certification required; ACLS recommended within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care.
• Maintain safety and quality patient experience across the continuum through evidence-based practice and strong communication.

Skills

BLS certification

Clinical nursing

Education

Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing

Job description

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible and qualifies for a sign–on bonus, provided the candidate meets eligibility requirements!

Where You Will Work

Atrium Cleveland Progressive Care Units consists of 64 beds (32 per unit) serving cardiac, medical and surgical patients. Our unit is fast-paced and requires strong critical thinking abilities, organization and prioritization, as well as thorough assessment skills. The PCU nurse partners with our cardiologists/ hospitalist team and other disciplines to manage titratable cardiac drips, bi-pap, post-op, post-op, post ICU patients. We see a variety of diagnosis with our top 3 DRG’s being Dysrhythmias, Chest Pain and CHF. All patients wear telemetry monitors which are monitored through our telemetry station 24/7. Our team encourages professional development through participation in shared governance, continuing education and professional certification. The ideal candidate for our team is resourceful, flexible and a team player.

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 recommended within 6 months of hire

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 Cleveland in Shelby is a 241-bed hospital serving greater Cleveland County, NC, and the surrounding region. We were the first Level III trauma center in NC, offering advanced emergency care. We strive every day to bring advanced care to the community. We also believe in serving the community outside our hospital walls, as evidenced by our commitment to health education, and through our contributions to organizations such as United Way and Relay for Life.

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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