Registered Nurse CVSU

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Bonus up to $7,500

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for the Cardiovascular Surgical ICU in Winston-Salem, NC. In this role, you will lead the healthcare team, building relationships with patients and collaborating with physicians on individualized care plans. The position requires a minimum of 1 year of CVICU or 2 years of ICU experience, along with a current RN license in North Carolina. Additional perks include a relocation bonus up to $7,500.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of CVICU experience or 2 years of ICU experience strongly preferred.
• Current RN licensure in North Carolina required.
• Successful completion of a board-approved refresher course if license is inactive for over five years.

Responsibilities

• Lead the healthcare team and establish relationships with patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care.
• Utilize scientific evidence and compassion in care provisions.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

Job description

What We Offer

• Relocation Bonus up to $7,500

Cardiovascular Surgical ICU (CVSU) is a 29‑bed unit located at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston‑Salem, NC. The unit provides specialized care for patients with severe cardiac, vascular, and thoracic disorders, including post‑anesthesia recovery.

Schedule: Full‑time, dayshift 7:00 am – 7:00 pm.

What You’ll Do

The Registered Nurse leads the healthcare team, establishing authentic relationships with patients and families, and collaborates with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans that promote optimal health or support a peaceful death. The RN utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist patients in navigating their health journey, and has authority and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with current policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or 4‑year degree preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school; RN license required.
• At least 1 year of CVICU experience or 2 years of ICU experience strongly preferred.
• Current RN licensure in the appropriate state.
• If your RN license has been inactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more—and you have not been licensed in another state in the last five years—successful completion of a board‑approved refresher course is required before reinstatement. Reinstatement must be applied for within one year of completing the course.