New Graduate Registered Nurse, RN – Adult Acute Care Float Pool

Advocate Aurora Health

. Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeShelby • North Carolina • United StatesEntry Level💰 $38 - $57 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and critical thinking while providing patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Proficient in nursing processes, medication administration, and maintaining accurate electronic health records.

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Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationClinical JudgmentEffective CommunicationTime Management

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Hard Skills

Nursing ProcessMedication AdministrationEHR DocumentationPatient AssessmentCare Plan Implementation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsConflict ResolutionDelegation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic RecordsDigital Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareProfessional GovernanceQuality InitiativesANA Code of EthicsAge-Appropriate Care

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives
Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care
Engage patients and families throughout the continuum of care
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team
Uphold and promote a culture of safety
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to protocols and procedures
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and delegate appropriately
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications
Practice according to the ANA Code of Ethics and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care
Delegate appropriately to RNs, LPNs, and unlicensed assistive personnel
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as needed
Provide age-appropriate care based on patient status and developmental needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where providing nursing services
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, electronic records, email, and digital platforms
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds
Ability to push/pull 30 pounds of force and perform a 150-pound sliding transfer with a second person
Functional speech, vision, hearing, touch, and fine hand manipulation skills
Ability to perform physical safety interventions and verbal de-escalation
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions
Physical Abilities Testing may be required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Total Rewards benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Career development programs
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program