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Registered Nurse (RN)- Emergency Department

You'll work in a 25-bed emergency department with core emergency care, super track and behavioral health areas.

Posted Oct 1

Shift and hours
36 hours a week Hou rs Per Week: 36
Unit and setting
Emergency Department · Hospital 36102 Lexington Medical Center - Emergency Department
License
RN license Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practicesRN license from the state where you practice
Term
Per Diem Status: Full timeFull time

Do you qualify?

License
RN license from the state where you practice Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
Certification
BLS for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association
Certification
ACLS within 6 months of hireAfter hire · within 6 months of hire ACLS are required within 6 months of hire
Education
Graduate of an accredited or approved nursing program Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing

What it pays

Against similar roles
In range for North Carolina PRN rolesNorth Carolina PRN postings that state pay run $30/hr to $55/hr, the middle half $37/hr to $48/hr, across 282 postings.
Pay differential
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Extra pay
Shift and on-call premium pay
Bonus
Incentive pay Incentive pay for select positionsfor select positions
Pay reviews
Starting pay depends on qualifications, skills, relevant experience and training. Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Pay reviews
Annual raises based on performance Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits

  • BenefitsPaid time off programsPaid Time Off programs
  • BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disabilityHealth and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • BenefitsFlexible spending accounts for health care and dependent careFlexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • BenefitsAdoption assistance and paid parental leaveFamily benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • BenefitsRetirement plan with employer match and financial wellness programsDefined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • BenefitsEducational assistance programEducational Assistance Program
More benefits (15)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match

The role and schedule

Unit
core emergency care, super track and behavioral health areas The department offers 25 beds and includes specialized areas for core emergency care, super track services, and behavioral health support.
Day to day
stabilizing patients while efficiently stabilizing patients and ensuring appropriate management of their disposition
Unit size
25 beds The department offers 25 beds
On call
On-call rotation
Details
94-bed hospital Our 94-bed hospital provides advanced services in orthopedics, general surgery, ENT, stroke and cancer care.

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Atrium Health logo
Atrium Health
Hospital
Lexington Memorial Hospital INC
Address
250 HOSPITAL DRIVE PO BOX 1817, LEXINGTON, NC, 27293
CMS rating
2 of 5 stars
Beds
70

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekend, holiday, and rotation?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

Emergency is open from year one. Fellowships take new grads. Watch their application dates.

Original listing

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Status
Full time
Benefits eligible
Yes
Hou rs per week
36

Schedule Details/Additional Information

TBD

Pay Range

$38.20 - $57.30

Registered Nurse (RN) – Lexington Emergency Dept.

Lexington, NC, United States

Where You Will Work

The Lexington Medical Center Emergency Department focuses on patient care, nursing satisfaction, safety, and teamwork as it continues to grow. The department offers 25 beds and includes specialized areas for core emergency care, super track services, and behavioral health support. Our primary focus is to provide patient-centered care while efficiently stabilizing patients and ensuring appropriate management of their disposition.

As a hospital dedicated to serving the community, we offer a comprehensive 45-bed medical-surgical unit, a post-surgical area with a focus on orthopedics and urology, and an expanding critical care unit. While upholding the approachable environment characteristic of a community hospital, we are progressing as part of the Advocate system, implementing advanced technology to deliver essential healthcare services to our patients.

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
  • ACLS are required within 6 months of hire

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: Lexington Medical Center, part of Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, offers world-class care close to home in Lexington, NC. Our 94-bed hospital provides advanced services in orthopedics, general surgery, ENT, stroke and cancer care. Our outpatient expertise includes digestive health services, a state-of-the-art rehabilitation department, a diagnostic imaging center and wound care center- all supported by the resources of a nationally recognized academic medical center.

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.
  • Ready to Take the Next Step : Apply Now!

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. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

The Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high- quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an acute care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes.

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