New Grad Registered Nurse – CMC Stroke Tele

Department: 35207 Carolinas Medical Center - Nursing: 9A Stroke Neuro Telemetry

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

• 3, 12-hour night shifts per week
• Holiday/Weekend rotation

Pay Range

$34.90 - $52.35

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible.

9A is a vibrant 24-bed neurological telemetry unit specializing in adult and geriatric inpatient care. As the designated Comprehensive Stroke Care Unit by The Joint Commission, 9A stands at the forefront of cutting‑edge stroke management and neuro care.

Our patient population includes those with ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, transient ischemic attacks, encephalopathy, and other complex neurological conditions. This diversity offers nurses the opportunity to deepen their clinical expertise and sharpen their critical thinking skills every day.

On 9A, nurses are empowered to master advanced clinical skills such as:
Central line dressing changes, Foley catheter management, Dobhoff tube placement and care, Tracheostomy care, IV therapy and more.

But what truly sets 9A apart is our strong culture of collaboration, learning, and support. Nurses here thrive in a team‑oriented environment where mentorship is valued, professional development is encouraged, and every shift brings meaningful opportunities to make a difference. Whether you're a seasoned neuro nurse or looking for your first unit, 9A offers the perfect blend of challenge, camaraderie, and career advancement.

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

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.

• Using evidence‑based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, which is distinguished throughout the southeastern United States for its excellent patient care and medical expertise. CMC serves as the region’s only Level 1 Trauma center, is Magnet‑designated, and an approved transplant center for heart, kidney, pancreas and liver. We also serve as one of North Carolina’s 5 Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospitals, providing residency training for more than 200 physicians in 15 specialties and serve as a regional campus for Wake Forest University School of Medicine, based in Winston‑Salem, NC.

At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity.

Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

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