Observation Unit, RN

Company: Novant Health
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: January 2, 2026

Job Description:

What We Offer: Sign-on Bonus: Up to $30,000 Relocation Assistance: Up to $7,500 Join a brand-new Observation Unit at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, where you’ll experience the pace of emergency care with the continuity of inpatient nursing. This new unit provides the best of both worlds — new challenges each day balanced with a consistent, collaborative team environment. About the Unit: - Opening February 2026 at Presbyterian Medical Center - Focused on inpatient-level care with ED-style charting and workflows - Offers a dynamic mix of patients and conditions, ensuring a fast-paced yet stable care setting - Strong team-based culture, where nurses support each other and flex as needed - When census is low, team members may float across inpatient units and COH Preferred Background: - Inpatient, acute care, or emergency department experience preferred - Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills - Compassionate and collaborative professionals who thrive in evolving environments Why Join Novant Health: - Competitive sign-on and relocation incentives - Opportunities for growth and advancement within the Novant Health system - Shared governance and professional development programs - Supportive leadership and a culture rooted in teamwork and respect Be part of an innovative new unit from day one — helping shape processes, teamwork, and remarkable patient care in a space built for collaboration and growth. What We're Looking For: - 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. What You'll Do: - It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time. - Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. - The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care. - All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

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