Registered Nurse (RN) -Neonatal ICU

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 are hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) for our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to provide comprehensive, family-centered nursing care for premature and critically ill newborns. As part of our Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), you will work alongside an experienced neonatology team to deliver specialized care that supports the health, development, and well-being of infants and their families.

What you'll do

Provide comprehensive nursing care by assessing patients, developing care plans, and delivering treatments and education.
Monitor and care for premature and critically ill newborns requiring specialized interventions and continuous observation.
Partner with families to support participation in care and decision-making throughout the patient's stay.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
Follow professional nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and WakeMed's patient and family-centered care model.

Who you are

Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity clinical environment.
Collaborative team member who values partnering with families and healthcare professionals.
Previous NICU, neonatal, pediatric critical care, or other acute care nursing experience is preferred.

If you are passionate about caring for newborns and supporting families during critical moments, and your experience aligns with this opportunity, we encourage you to apply and join the WakeMed team.

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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