Registered Nurse Carolinas Medical Center Medical​/Telemetry Unit Night

Overview

Department: 34409 Carolinas Medical Center - Nursing:
Med Surg 10T

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Sign on bonus available based on eligibility. 7p-7a, with weekend and holiday requirements

Pay Range

$34.90 - $52.35

Unit

Description:

10T Medical Telemetry is a medical telemetry unit that provides inpatient care 24 hours a day to the adult population (18+). Telemetry monitors and manages patients with acute medical/surgical conditions, with potential multiple comorbidities. The unit has telemetry capacity up to 16 patients and administers/monitors several cardiac drips.

Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, a Level 1 Trauma center, Magnet-designated, and an approved transplant center. It serves as one of North Carolina’s Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospitals.

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 care outcomes.
• Upholds and promotes a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• Administers 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.
• 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 provide age-appropriate care and demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the life span as described in department standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Active, unrestricted RN license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where care is provided. Telehealth requires licensure in the client location state(s).

Education Required:

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

Experience

Required:

• No formal RN 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., electronic records).

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 up to 35 pounds; may require pushing/pulling with 30 lbs of force and assisting with transfers.
• Must have functional senses and dexterity for procedures; may perform patient restraints and de-escalation if needed.
• Protective clothing and equipment required when exposed to hazardous materials or bodily fluids.
• May be exposed to chemicals, blood, and body fluids; respond quickly to changes in patient conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional department-specific physical requirements may apply.

Education Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not a comprehensive listing of duties. Additional duties may be assigned.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package with benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, retirement offerings, and career development opportunities.

Compensation

• Base pay within the listed range based on qualifications and experience.
• Shift differentials and incentive pay where applicable.
• Annual performance-based increases.

Benefits and More

• Paid Time Off; health, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts; parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is a large nonprofit, integrated health system serving multiple states, with hospitals and care locations nationwide.