Registered Nurse, Rn- Acute Care

Novant Health is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Acute Care team within our Healthcare & Medical Services department. In this role, you will provide direct, evidence-based nursing care to adult patients with a wide range of medical and post-surgical conditions in an acute care hospital setting. Working as a key member of an interdisciplinary team, you will partner with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, case managers, and support staff to deliver safe, high-quality, and personalized care. As an Acute Care RN, you will perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, administer medications and treatments, and closely monitor patient responses and clinical status. You will utilize advanced technology and electronic health records to document care accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring continuity and clear communication across the care team. You will prioritize and triage multiple patient needs, respond to changes in condition, and participate in rapid response or emergency situations as required to support optimal outcomes. Your responsibilities will include patient and family education on diagnoses, medications, procedures, and discharge instructions, empowering patients to participate actively in their own care. You will apply infection prevention and safety protocols consistently, support pain management strategies, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives that align with Novant Health’s mission of improving health. Through collaboration and clear communication, you will help create a healing environment that emphasizes dignity, respect, and cultural sensitivity for every patient. Novant Health promotes a culture that values diversity, safety, and personalized care, and you will be expected to model these principles in your daily practice. You will engage in professional development, skills training, and continuing education, and will be encouraged to pursue specialty certifications and clinical advancement opportunities. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact each day, working in a fast-paced acute care environment where innovation, teamwork, and compassionate care are central to our work. The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care. You should be comfortable using modern hospital technology and EHR systems, collaborating with a diverse care team, and supporting patients and families during challenging and often complex hospital stays. This is an on-site, bedside nursing role that requires flexibility with scheduling, including potential rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, to meet the needs of our patients and uphold Novant Health’s standard of excellent, accessible care.