Registered Nurse; RN - Med​/Surg

Department: 34401 Lexington Medical Center - Nursing:
Med Surg Unit A

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Day Shift

Three, 12‑hr shifts (7a‑7p)

Every third weekend. required

Pay Range $38.20 - $57.30

Lexington, NC

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist – Lexington Medical Surgical & Telemetry (Unit

A)

Unit A is a 45‑bed Medical‑Surgical and Telemetry unit providing comprehensive care for adult patients with diverse medical and surgical needs, including those requiring continuous cardiac monitoring.

Our team fosters a collaborative, supportive culture grounded in patient safety, evidence‑based practice, and compassionate care. What sets Unit A apart is our commitment to professional growth and teamwork, paired with advanced telemetry capabilities to effectively manage complex conditions.

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing–approved nursing program
• Active, unrestricted RN license (multi‑state compact and/or state‑specific as applicable)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Typically 1 year of clinical nursing experience
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Deliver safe, patient‑centered care using the nursing process, clinical judgment, and evidence‑based practice—monitoring patient conditions, administering treatments, and adapting care to support optimal outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes—promoting safety, maintaining accurate documentation, supporting communication and delegation, and engaging in ongoing professional development.

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center is dedicated to delivering high‑quality, community‑based care with access to the expertise and resources of a nationally recognized academic health system.

At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and innovation. As part of the One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll help shape the future of healthcare through collaboration and continuous improvement.

Your voice is essential in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences as part of our commitment to excellence.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and 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

Note:

Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third‑largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois;
Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value‑based care.…