Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health- Emergency Room (ED)

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible scheduling

Tuition support programs

4% retirement match

Mental Health resources

Job summary

Novant Health in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department - Behavioral Health. You will care for patients with needs ranging from minor illnesses to life-threatening emergencies, working with experienced clinicians to deliver remarkable patient care and support professional growth. The role offers day-one medical, dental and vision benefits, flexible scheduling, tuition support, and a strong retirement match, with a 7 p.m.

– 7 a.m. full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• RN with active licensure in the appropriate state is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred; accredited program graduate.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prioritize patients across a wide range of conditions, injuries, and acuity levels.
• Respond quickly to changing patient needs using critical thinking, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practice.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated care.
• Administer medications, treatments, and emergency interventions in a fast-paced environment; educate and advocate for patients and families.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (BSN) preferred

RN licensure currently active

Job description

What We Offer

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department- Behavioral Health

Join a collaborative Emergency Department team where no two days are the same. You'll care for patients with needs ranging from minor illnesses and injuries to critical, life-threatening emergencies while working alongside experienced clinicians who are committed to delivering remarkable patient care and supporting your professional growth.

Why Nurses Choose This Role

• Day-one medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible scheduling and generous paid time off to support work-life balance
• Tuition support programs and career advancement opportunities, including specialty certifications
• 4% retirement match and competitive total rewards package
• Mental Health, well-being, telehealth, and therapy resources for you and your family

Facility: Emergency Room| Location: Wilmington, NC, Full-Time | Work Schedule: 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.

What You'll Do

• Assess and prioritize patients across a wide range of conditions, injuries, and acuity levels
• Respond quickly to changing patient needs using critical thinking, clinical judgment, and evidence-based practice
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated care
• Administer medications, treatments, and emergency interventions in a fast-paced environmentEducate, support, and advocate for patients and families throughout their emergency care experience

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.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

200817