New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) | 3E- Academic Med/Surg

Join our Academic Medical/Surgical unit (3E) as a New Graduate Registered Nurse. This position offers comprehensive support for newly licensed RNs entering professional practice in a dynamic acute care setting. You will provide direct patient care, apply evidence-based nursing practices, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality care across the continuum.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care for assigned patients
• Engage patients and families throughout their care experience
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans as needed, and mobilize resources to influence positive outcomes
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation
• Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution skills
• Delegate appropriately to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel
• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality improvement initiatives
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety throughout the unit
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practice ethical decision-making
• Pursue professional development and maintain required certifications
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the age of patients served, including understanding of growth and development across the lifespan
• May be required to float to other units, departments, or care areas within the designated service area to meet patient care needs

Clinical Setting

This is an academic medical/surgical unit serving patients across various age groups. You will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment requiring quick response to changes in patient and unit conditions.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where providing nursing services
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
• Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with computer functions including email, electronic health records, and digital platforms
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday
• Ability to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies
• Ability to push/pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other clinical procedures
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)

Work Authorization

Atrium Health is currently unable to provide permanent residency sponsorship for new graduate RN positions. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization.