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Registered Nurse Medical Surgical

Novant Health

Matthews, North Carolina

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RNMedical-Surgical

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

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The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death. The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
  • 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred
  • One year of acute nursing experience required
  • Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association required
  • Nursing policy compliance
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals
  • Care plan evaluation

About the employer

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Novant Health
Hospital

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 Matthews, NC

Matthews is a charming Charlotte suburb with a walkable historic downtown, popular farmers market, and tree-lined residential streets. It offers a quieter pace while keeping nurses close to major healthcare systems in the greater Charlotte metro area.

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State price level · North Carolina
94.3
6% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,764/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024

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