Registered Nurse (RN), New Graduate

About the Role

Atrium Health's North Renal Unit, a 19-bed facility, provides specialized care for adult patients with renal disease, including those with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease (CKD), and end-stage renal disease (ESRD). You will be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to creating a healing environment and empowering patients. The unit utilizes Ambient Listening for real-time voice-activated patient-nurse conversation transcription.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, involving patients and families.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking necessary actions.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practice ethical decision-making, respecting interdisciplinary roles.
• Delegate appropriately to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation.
• May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills for age-appropriate patient care, including principles of growth and development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where services are provided.
• Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms).

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
• 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.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)