Registered Nurse Med Surg

Department: 34431 Atrium Health Lincoln - Nursing: Med Surg 2E

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule: 7p-7a

Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

Where You Will Work

The Med/Surg unit consists of 30 beds serving pediatric, palliative, hospice, infection disease, behavioral health, and orthopedic patients. The nurse collaborates with the hospitalist team and other disciplines to manage chest tubes, IV infusions, IV insertion, wound care, dressing changes, and medication administration.

Expectations We’re Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association

What You’ll Do

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Use evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and effective communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and a positive patient experience.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.

Certification / Registration / License

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Active registered nurse (RN) license with privileges to practice in the state.

Note: Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth must be licensed in the state where the client is located.

Experience

Typically requires 1 year of clinical nursing experience.

Knowledge / Skills / 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 operating computer functions (e.g., e‑mail, electronic records).

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of up to 35 pounds.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Physical ability testing may be required.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive pay with base compensation in the stated range.
• Premium pay for shift work and on‑call requirements.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability).
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational assistance program.