RN - Atrium Health Lake Norman - Operating Room - FT Days

Advocate Aurora Health; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Operating Room in Ephrata, offering competitive compensation and a supportive environment. Candidates must have previous OR experience and an active nursing license. The role involves engaging with patients, ensuring safe care, and collaborating with the healthcare team. Compensation ranges from $34.90 to $52.35 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards package

Paid Time Off programs

Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license required.
• 6 months of RN experience required.
• OR experience required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in unit councils and initiatives to improve care.
• Utilize nursing process to assess and evaluate care.
• Monitor patient conditions and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Time management

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Overview

Department: Atrium Health Lake Norman – Surgery (OR). Status: Full time. Benefits Eligible: Yes. Hours Per Week: 40. Schedule Details/Additional Information: Four 10-hour shifts per week, weeknight call once every other week (occasionally weekly). 48-hour weekend call approximately once every 6 to 7 weekends. This position is sign-on bonus eligible (based on eligibility). Pay Range: $34.90 - $52.35.

Atrium Health Lake Norman | Vision for Culture: Our team is collaborative, inclusive, and patient-centered, built on trust, accountability, and psychological safety. We value clear communication, integrity, innovation, empathy, respect, and a shared sense of purpose. Leaders foster a growth mindset, critical thinking, and empowerment. Teammates lift each other up and deliver safe, top-quality care, with ownership, pride, and belonging.

Join a dynamic healthcare team: Work with dedicated professionals in a fast‑paced, supportive environment at Lake Norman’s new Operating Room. Competitive compensation and benefits, with opportunities for career growth.

Advanced technology & facilities: Access state‑of‑the‑art equipment in a modern OR setting.

Work‑life balance: Live and work near Lake Norman with recreational and lifestyle perks.

Previous OR experience required: Bring OR skills to a team committed to excellence in the OR.

Make a difference every day: Provide high‑quality care in a collaborative team environment during critical moments.

Major Responsibilities

• Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families from admission to post‑discharge.
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes.
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes; takes action as needed.
• Administers medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution to foster team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
• Adheres to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision‑making; respects interdisciplinary roles and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Appropriate delegation to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse assistants, and other unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; understanding growth and development across the life span and assessing data reflective of patient status for age‑specific needs.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

• Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Active, unrestricted 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 must be licensed or hold privileges to practice in the state(s) where the client is located.

Education Required

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Experience Required

• 6 months of RN experience required.
• OR experience required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• 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).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds.
• 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 fine hand manipulation skills for procedures.
• 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 hazards, blood and body fluids; 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 by the nurse leader.

Education Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover all duties. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package including benefits, competitive compensation, retirement offerings, career development, and more.

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, experience, and training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on-call, and more based on the teammate’s job.
• Incentive pay for select positions and annual performance-based increases.

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs; Health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; Flexible Spending Accounts; family benefits and parental leave; retirement plans with employer match.

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