Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Care Unit

Novant Health · Charlotte, NC, Mecklenburg County, NC; North Carolina, United States

Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced Pulmonary Care Unit. As a Registered Nurse, you'll care for patients with complex respiratory and medical conditions while working alongside physicians, respiratory therapists, and an interdisciplinary team committed to improving patient outcomes.

• 24-bed Pulmonary Care Unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio (may flex to 1:6)
• Diverse patient population that allows nurses to build strong pulmonary and acute care expertise
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment with support from respiratory therapists, providers, and care management teams
• Opportunities for professional growth, career advancement, and specialty skill development
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off and wellness resources

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation. 

• Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
• Experience:  One year relevant experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:  Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.
• Acute care nursing experience preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills
• Passion for helping patients achieve recovery goals and improve quality of life

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans
• Care for patients with COPD, asthma, pneumonia, respiratory failure, pulmonary embolism, and other respiratory conditions
• Monitor patient conditions and respond appropriately to changes in clinical status
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with established standards of care
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
• Educate patients and families on disease management, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes optimal health outcomes