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Registered Nurse- Cardiovascular Surgical

Novant Health

Wilmington, NC

RN

Posted Jul 17

Shift
Days
Unit
Stepdown

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days
Term
Permanent
Setting
Hospital
Accepts
RN
Experience
1-3 years

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About this role

What We Offer

Take Your Nursing Career to the Next Level with Novant Health! as a Registered Nurse in Wilmington, NC!

Are you a dedicated RN ready to make a meaningful impact in surgical care? Join our CVSU team at Novant Health NHRMC

Why Novant Health?

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Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) with matching contributions. Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for career advancement. Employee assistance programs and discounts. Flexible schedules and paid time off.

Key

Responsibilities

Provide specialized post-operative care to patients recovering from emergency general and trauma surgeries, as well as step-down level patients. Manage the care of patients with external fixators and multi-system injuries. Apply expertise unique to a post-operative unit, distinct from standard Medical-Surgical nursing. Utilize advanced knowledge and skills specific to post-operative patient management.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred. Current valid North Carolina nursing license or Multi-State/Compact required. One-year relevant experience, preferred.

Be Part of a Remarkable Team

Embark on a rewarding career where your contributions make a difference every day.

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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.

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Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
  • Associate or Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
  • Current valid North Carolina nursing license or Multi-State/Compact required.
  • One-year relevant experience, preferred.
  • Be Part of a Remarkable Team
  • Embark on a rewarding career where your contributions make a difference every day.

Benefits highlights

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401(k) matching
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Opportunities for advancement

Place

City
Wilmington, NC
Median rent
$1,395/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$66,738/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
4% below the national average

Wilmington area index 96.4, where 100 is the national average.

Address
1988B S 16th St, Wilmington, NC 28401, USA

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.

Map showing the location of Wilmington, NC
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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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Cardiac is a specialty you move into. Start on tele or stepdown; cath lab and CVICU usually come later.

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