Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate - Admission Holding Unit

This position offers new graduate registered nurses an opportunity to begin their nursing career in the Admission Holding Unit (AHU), a short-term care setting where patients receive inpatient-level care while awaiting placement in an appropriate inpatient unit. You will support hospital throughput and patient flow while ensuring safe, seamless transitions for patients.

Clinical Setting

The Admission Holding Unit provides short-term care for admitted patients awaiting placement in an inpatient unit. The team delivers inpatient-level care while supporting hospital operations and patient flow.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care using the nursing process, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, 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
• Delegate appropriately to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel
• Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution to foster team collaboration
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety
• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care
• Provide age-appropriate care and demonstrate knowledge of 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

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 computer functions including email, electronic records, and digital platforms

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 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 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.

Note

Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth, telenursing, or virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) are located.