RN - Telemetry & Progressive Care Unit

AAH; Cornelius (NC); On-site; USD 52,624 - 78,936; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Lake Norman is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Telemetry 5th Floor Progressive Care unit. The position requires 36 hours per week, with a schedule of 3 twelve-hour shifts from 7p to 7a. The pay range is $38.20–$57.30 per hour, and benefits are eligible.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient- and family-centered care, and ongoing professional development within a safety-focused team. You may float to other units as needed to meet patient care needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
• Active RN license with privileges to practice in the state(s) of practice.
• Additional certifications may be required based on specialty.

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, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
• Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications.
• Adhere 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, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, 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.
• Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Time management

Communication skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Electronic health records proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Atrium Health Lake Norman is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Telemetry 5th Floor Progressive Care unit. The position requires 36 hours per week, with a schedule of 3 twelve-hour shifts from 7p to 7a. The pay range is $38.20–$57.30 per hour, and benefits are eligible.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient- and family-centered care, and ongoing professional development within a safety-focused team. You may float to other units as needed to meet patient care needs.