Registered Nurse (RN) OR
WakeMed
Raleigh, North Carolina
Health system employer
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Posted Jul 30, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 4, 2026
About this role
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Requirements
- Registered Nurse license
- Registered Nurse license required
- Diploma Nursing or Associate's Degree in Nursing required
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
- At least one year OR RN experience
- May need to scrub and/or circulate
Benefits
- Career Ladder – RN I – IV, depending on education and experience
- Sign-On Bonus and/or Relocation Incentive available for select positions
- Competitive Benefits Package
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Free Onsite Parking
- Professional Development Opportunities
About the employer
WakeMed Health & Hospitals is a healthcare system based in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving the broader Wake County community. The organization's mission centers on improving the health and well-being of the community through outstanding and compassionate care. WakeMed emphasizes recruiting…
What reviewers appreciate
- Clear sense of purpose aligned with community health mission
- Opportunities to learn new things and develop clinical skills
- Patient & Family Centered Care model emphasizing dignity, respect, and participation
What reviewers flag
- Management rated lowest among sub-categories at 3.4/5 on Indeed, suggesting potential leadership communication or support gaps
- Job security and advancement rated 3.5/5, indicating room for improvement in career progression opportunities
- Culture rated moderately at 3.6/5, suggesting workplace culture is satisfactory but not a standout strength
Living in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh blends Southern charm with a thriving healthcare scene anchored by major research hospitals and the Research Triangle. Leafy neighborhoods like Five Points and proximity to NC State give the city a collegiate energy, while nearby greenway trails and a moderate climate make outdoor resets easy between shifts.
- Metro price level · Raleigh area
- 98.2
- 2% below the national average
- Median gross rent
- $1,572/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
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