New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) | 5M- Ortho Trauma

Join 5Main, a 36-bed acute care medical/surgical trauma unit specializing in orthopedic and multiple trauma injuries. This position offers new graduate registered nurses an excellent foundation for a nursing career, providing high-energy trauma care experience with strong mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Clinical Setting

5Main is an exciting and fast-paced unit with average patient ratios of 1:5 supported by clinical technicians and an engaged management team. The unit focuses on orthopedic trauma and multiple trauma injuries, providing an unparalleled knowledge base that transfers into high-energy trauma care.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation
• Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution to foster team collaboration
• Delegate appropriately to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety
• Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practice ethical decision-making
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs
• May be required to perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation

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 client nursing services
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• 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 including email, electronic records, and digital platforms
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization

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 in 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 ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as 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)

Compensation

• A sign-on bonus is available to applicants who have not received a sign-on bonus from the company for another role within the past 24 months

Important Note

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.