New Graduate Registered Nurse (RN) | ADMU- Admission Discharge Unit

Join the Admission Discharge Unit (ADMU), a 14-bed adult medical-surgical observation and inpatient unit focused on short-stay patients with fast turnover. This role offers new graduates the opportunity to develop clinical skills in a collaborative, high-energy environment supported by strong teamwork.

Clinical Setting

ADMU is a fast-paced medical-surgical unit serving adult patients with short lengths of stay. The unit emphasizes teamwork, evidence-based practice, and quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care using the nursing process, engaging patients and families throughout their care
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans as needed, and mobilize resources in collaboration with the care team
• 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 to foster team collaboration
• Delegate appropriately to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel
• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take 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 appropriate to the age of patients served, including understanding growth and development across the lifespan
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation if needed

Required Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program

Licenses and Certifications

• 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
• Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth, telenursing, or virtual modalities must be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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 computer functions including email, electronic records, and digital platforms
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures

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
• 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 and Benefits

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

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.