Registered Nurse, RN - Pulmonary Care Unit

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus up to $15,000

Relocation Assistance up to $7,500

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the region is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a compassionate team at their Pulmonary Care Unit. This position involves collaboration with healthcare professionals to create personalized care plans for patients. The ideal candidate will possess an accredited nursing qualification, relevant experience, and a current RN license. Significant support in professional growth and a strong culture of collaboration is emphasized. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• One year of acute nursing experience required.
• Current RN licensure in appropriate state required.

Responsibilities

• Establish an authentic personalized relationship with patients.
• Collaborate with physicians and team members on care plans.
• Utilize best scientific evidence and compassion in care.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

4 Year / Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Shift: 7:00am-7:00pm, 3x12/hr. days, FT

Title: Registered Nurse

Unit: PCU

Join a remarkable team at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, where compassion, collaboration, and excellence define our approach to patient care.

What We Offer

Sign-on Bonus: Up to $15,000

Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,500

About The Unit

• 24-bed Pulmonary Care Unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio (can flex to 1:6)
• Patient population includes COPD, asthma, pneumonia, respiratory failure, pulmonary embolism, and pleural effusions
• Fast-paced environment offering exposure to a broad mix of medical and respiratory conditions
• Supportive team culture focused on growth and collaboration

The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death. The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Education:
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
• If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
• Experience: One year of acute nursing experience required.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration:
• Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID: 137202