Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Neuro

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking an RN for the Neuro Progressive Unit in Charlotte. The role focuses on neuro ICU/step-down care, requiring strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Full-time night shifts (3-12 hour blocks) with every third weekend. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered with a 90-day payout. BLS and an active RN license are required; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
• Active RN license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where rendering care; BLS certification.
• Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside nursing in the Neuro Progressive Unit (ICU/step-down) setting.
• Monitor patients, administer medications, and collaborate with brain surgeons.
• Ensure patient safety, perform assessments, and document care.
• Support family communication and care coordination.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Time management

Prioritization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Tech proficiency

Education

BSN degree

RN license

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

9B - Neuro Progressive Unit

With a diverse culture of skill levels, 9B offers growth and advancement at all levels. Our Neuro Progressive unit is the only hospital in this area that performs craniotomies. 9B works with brain surgeons regularly as this is a major specialty on this unit. If you are a nurse looking for a career in ICU, this is a great starting point to build your experience to grow into an intensive care unit as well as the perfect home for experienced nurses who love neuro!

We are much like a family on 9B. Encouragement and support are always offered to one another without hesitation. Our nursing staff here is committed, as a family, so you always have someone to lean on when needed.

Education

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Certification / Registration / License

• Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.


• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services

Note

Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.

Experience

Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.


• Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.


• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.


• Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.


• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.


• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.


• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.


• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.


• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.


• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.


• Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.

Preferred Job Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Full time nights, 3-12 hours shifts, every third weekend; Sign on bonus eligible - $3,000; 90-day payout