Registered Nurse- Surgical Short Stay

Job Overview

Novant Health is hiring a Surgical Short Stay registered nurse for the Night shift at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina.

• Location:
  
  New Hanover Regional Medical Center – Wilmington, NC
• Schedule:
  
  Self‑Schedule – 7 pm to 7 am
• Call:
  Some call required (details discussed during interview)

We are looking for a dedicated registered nurse to join our dynamic team in a facility that operates 24/7, featuring 12 post‑surgical beds. We value experienced nurses, particularly those with backgrounds in Med‑Surg, step‑down, or ICU. Our patient demographic primarily includes individuals awaiting floor availability and those under observation. The typical patient‑to‑nurse ratio is 5:1. As a vital part of our dynamic healthcare environment, you will play a crucial role in guiding and supporting patients through their medical journey.

• Education:
  
  4‑Year/Bachelor’s Degree preferred;
  Graduate of an accredited nursing school required.
• Licensure:
  Current RN licensure in the appropriate state required. If your RN 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. 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.

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

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