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Registered Nurse Med Surg

Advocate Aurora Health

Lincolnton, North Carolina

$38.20–$57.30/hr

About $79k–$119k/yr

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RNNot open to new grads

Posted Aug 24, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 25, 2026

What this means for you

Advocate Aurora Health is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. The posted pay pencils out to roughly $79k–$119k a year.

What the listing says

Facility
Magnet designated

About this role

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A sign-on bonus is available to applicants who have not received a sign-on bonus from the company for another role within the past 24 months. Where You Will Work: Atrium Health Lincoln Med Surg Unit consists of 30 beds serving pediatric, palliative, hospice, infection disease, behavioral health, and orthopedic patients. The Med/Surg nurse partners with our hospitalist team and other disciplines to manage, chest tubes, IV infusions, IV insertion, wound care, dressing changes, and medication administration. The ideal candidate for our team is resourceful, flexible and a team player. Expectations We’re Looking For: • 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 What You’ll Do: • 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. About This Location: We are proud to celebrate Atrium Health Lincoln on achieving their Magnet Recognition with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center along with being honored with 14 exemplars. This award winning, 101-bed hospital, was designed with the community in mind. The facility opened in 2010, replacing a family farm. History from this farm can be seen and found on the campus today. 300,000 reclaimed bricks from a local mill, Belding-Hausman Mill, were placed into the exterior of the hospital and represent the dedication to the community they serve. The campus also has a 1.2-mile public walking trail that encircles the campus, winding past ponds and through natural wooded areas left intact on the land. Two medical office buildings that house many Provider offices and offer medical services that serve the community can also be found on Atrium Health Lincoln's campus. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. 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. Minimum Job Requirements Education Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program. Certification / Registration / License • Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty. • Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services Note : Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Experience Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities • 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 operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. • Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines. • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed. • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions. • Physical Abilities Testing may be required. • Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader. Preferred Job Requirements Education Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Skills for this role

Chest TubesIV infusionsIV insertionWound CareDressing ChangesMedication AdministrationPatient RestraintVerbal De Escalation

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • RN

About the employer

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What reviewers appreciate

  • 12-month new grad residency with mentorship through the transition to practice
  • Sign-on bonuses listed up to $10,000 (L&D) and $7,500 (Med-Surg)
  • Education assistance $5,250/year full-time plus $1,500 continuing education

What reviewers flag

  • Review themes of toxic or inconsistent management and favoritism across units
  • Staffing shortages and higher workloads make work-life balance hard to sustain
  • Promotions and internal mobility can stall without leadership support
floor teamworkshared governanceunit variabilitymentorshipresidency pathwayinternal mobility

Living in Lincolnton, NC

Lincolnton is a small historic seat in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, roughly 45 minutes northwest of Charlotte. A walkable downtown centers around the Lincoln County Courthouse and local shops. Nearby Lake Norman and the Catawba River offer outdoor recreation. It appeals to nurses wanting quieter living with easy access to metro amenities.

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State price level · North Carolina
6% below the national average
State index 94.3 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$965/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$46,320/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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On your path

Med surg is open from year one. A broad first base while you learn which path pulls harder.

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  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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