Posted Jul 27, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 29, 2026
About this role
Overview
At WakeMed, our mission is to improve the health and well-being of our community—and we do it by delivering outstanding, compassionate care.
We’re hiring a Registered Nurse for our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) to provide comprehensive, family-centered care to critically ill children. In this role, you’ll use your clinical expertise, critical thinking, and compassion to care for pediatric patients while partnering closely with families and the interdisciplinary care team.
What You’ll Do
Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care using individualized plans based on each child’s developmental, physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs
Monitor patient conditions closely, respond to changes quickly, and carry out physician orders related to care, treatment, and education
Partner with patients’ families by listening, sharing information clearly, and supporting them in care decisions
Collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
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Practice in alignment with ANA standards, the NC Board of Nursing Practice Act, and WakeMed’s Professional Practice and Patient & Family Centered Care models
Who You Are
A licensed Registered Nurse in North Carolina (or eligible for licensure)
Experienced in pediatric, critical care, or ICU nursing—or excited to grow in a high-acuity pediatric environment
Calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and confident in clinical decision-making
Passionate about family-centered care and clear, compassionate communication
A team player who supports unit goals and WakeMed’s mission and values
If you’re passionate about caring for critically ill children and want to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team, we’d love to hear from you—apply today and grow your nursing career at WakeMed.
Department Description
Nursing Benefits/Highlights:
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
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Licensure
Registered Nurse Required
Education
Diploma Nursing Required - Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required
Experience
No Experience Required
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Requirements
Licensed Registered Nurse in North Carolina (or eligible for licensure)
Diploma in Nursing or Associate's Degree in Nursing required
No experience required
Experience in pediatric, critical care, or ICU nursing preferred—or willingness to grow in a high-acuity pediatric environment
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
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.
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