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Novant Health

Wilmington, North Carolina

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RNOperating Room

Posted Jul 31, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 1, 2026

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Novant Health is hiring for its own floors — no agency between you and the manager. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.

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Novant Health is hiring an Operating Room (OR) registered nurse for the FT Day shift for our New Hanover Regional Medical Center location in Wilmington, NC. Schedule: FT, 0.9 FTE, Day Shift, 8:30am – 9pm. Department: Operating Room – 17th Street. Requirements: Minimum 1 year Operating Room experience. Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Experience: One year relevant experience, preferred. Licensure/ Certification: Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.

Requirements

  • Minimum 1 year Operating Room experience
  • 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
  • One year relevant experience, preferred
  • Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required

About the employer

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Novant Health
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Novant Health is a large, multi-state healthcare system with over 41,000 team members, operating facilities across North Carolina and surrounding regions. In Wilmington, NC, the system includes Novant Health Scotts Hill Medical Center, a newer facility offering ICU and procedural…

3.1 Google rating
Novant Health workplace

What reviewers appreciate

  • Benefits starting day one
  • Shift differential offered for night shifts
  • Structured onboarding with dedicated preceptors

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.2/5 on Indeed
  • Job security and advancement rated 3.3/5 on Indeed, below other categories
  • Demanding call schedules for procedural roles (nightly call every 8-9 days, weekend call every 12-14 weeks)
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Living in Wilmington, NC

Wilmington blends historic riverfront charm with coastal Carolina living. Nurses enjoy a laid-back beach-town atmosphere, a vibrant downtown along the Cape Fear River, and easy access to nearby Wrightsville Beach. With a growing healthcare community and mild winters, it's an appealing spot for RNs seeking a slower pace without sacrificing professional opportunity.

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Metro price level · Wilmington area
96.4
4% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,395/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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