Atrium Health Cabarrus Facility Info

noordinarypath
Oct 31, 2025
2 min read

🏥 Atrium Health Cabarrus (Concord, NC) – Travel Nurse Facility Review

Facility Snapshot:

Beds: 457
Trauma Level: Adult Level III
Teaching Facility: Yes
Charting System: Epic
Scrub Colors: RNs wear navy blue, RRTs wear royal blue
Parking: Free
Location Perk: Set in beautiful Concord, just outside Charlotte

🌟 What Travelers Are Saying (Mixed by Unit)

✅ Positive Takeaways:

Traveler Friendly: Multiple comments mention good traveler experiences, especially in Med/Surg and ED holding units.
- “I loved my time at Atrium Concord. I was in ED holding/observation.” – Jolie V.
- “I enjoyed both of my contracts at both locations! I prefer Cabarrus though. It was easier to park and not too big to get around.” – Charity H.
Well-Run Units (PACU): At Atrium Mercy, PACU was described as busy but well-staffed and traveler-friendly.
Beautiful Area: Many comment on the greater Charlotte region being lovely with lots to do.

⚠️ Concerns Noted:

High Acuity in Med/Surg: Several reviews describe their Med/Surg units as bordering on stepdown.
- Ratios can be 6:1, even with cardiac drips and chest tubes.
Floating Expectations: Reports mention mid-shift floating to other units—or even to other facilities up to an hour away.

🧾 Key Logistics for Travelers

Float Policy:

RNs are expected to float to units of similar acuity. May float to nearby Atrium facilities if census is low.

Call-Off Policy:

Up to 3 shifts per 13-week contract can be called off without penalty.
OT is paid after 40 hours (unless it’s a 48-hour contract, then after 49 hours).

Cancellation Policy:

If the facility cancels with less than 14 days’ notice (after the start date), they pay for 3 regular shifts. Same applies to agency cancellations.

🧠 Final Thoughts for Travel Nurses

Atrium Health Cabarrus offers a mix of high-acuity experience and a welcoming environment in a vibrant, fast-growing metro area. It seems especially well-suited for experienced travelers ready for a busy workload and comfortable navigating float expectations. If you’re open to a challenge and want access to a variety of clinical experiences near Charlotte, this could be a solid pick, just go in prepared and ask questions in your interview.