Registered Nurse (RN) Heart Center

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 currently hiring a Clinical Nurse to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care within a collaborative clinical environment. In this role, you’ll deliver care that meets the unique needs of patients and families while supporting high standards of professional nursing practice.

What you'll do
Provide comprehensive nursing care based on patient assessments, care plans, and physician orders
Assess patient needs across physical, psychological, and social factors to guide care delivery
Deliver patient and family education to support understanding and participation in care
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, high-quality care
Apply WakeMed’s Patient & Family Centered Care (PFCC) model in all aspects of care delivery

Who you are
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) with clinical experience
Committed to delivering patient- and family-centered care
Strong understanding of nursing standards, including ANA Scope and Standards and NC Board of Nursing Practice Act
Effective communicator who collaborates well with patients, families, and care teams
Dedicated to maintaining clinical excellence and continuous professional development

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact through high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply!

Department Description

Nursing Benefits/Highlights:

• Career Ladder – RN I – IV, depending on education and experience

• 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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