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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Registered Nurse - Providence Emergency Department

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCharlotte, NC, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must have an active registered nurse license, ACLS, PALS, BLS, NRP, and CPI certifications.
  • Must have at least 2 years of emergency department registered nurse experience; the general minimum job requirement also states 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
  • Must be a graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
  • Must hold an active registered nurse multistate compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state or states where providing nursing services.
  • Must demonstrate strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
  • Must have time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be proficient in operating computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
  • Must meet the physical requirements of frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above the shoulders, and twisting; lifting and supporting 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person present.
  • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
  • Must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation when needed.
  • Must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.
  • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions; physical abilities testing may be required.
  • Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care, understand growth and development across the lifespan, assess and interpret patient data, identify age-specific needs, and provide care according to departmental policies and procedures.
  • Must be able to work three 7 p.m.–7 a.m. shifts each week, including two nights at Providence ED and Thursdays at Ballantyne ED; Providence shifts are self-scheduled.
  • Must be able to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
  • Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
  • Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
  • Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
  • Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
  • Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures when required.
  • Use effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution to foster team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
  • Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
  • Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
  • Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel, including nurse aides and credentialed medical assistants.
  • Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

About the Company

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving Illinois and Wisconsin with a network of hospitals, clinics, and providers. It delivers a broad range of medical services using current techniques and ongoing research, coordinated through clinical integration. The organization offers financial advocacy and assistance to help uninsured or underinsured patients manage hospital bills. Its goal is to improve patient care and expand access by combining high-quality medical services, financial support, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$18M
Headquarters
Oak Brook, IL
Founded
1976

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