Registered Nurse - General Med/Surg

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Novant Health New Hanover Medical Center in Wilmington, NC, is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse for a Medical‑Surgical Oncology unit. Join a supportive team, participate in onboarding and ongoing mentorship, and contribute to high-quality patient care.

PRN 0.3 FTE with 12-hour day shifts, on-site. Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, active RN licensure in the state, BLS certification, and at least one year of acute care nursing experience (preferably

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• If RN license has been inactive for five years or more and not licensed in another state in last five years, complete a board-approved refresher before reactivating.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan care using patient data, preferences, and needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to educate patients and prioritize interventions.
• Administer medications and provide routine nursing care (IVs, dressings, etc.).
• Respond to critical situations (e.g., CPR) and adjust plans as needed.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s Degree, preferred

Board approved refresher course if RN inactive

Job description

What We Offer:

Join Our Caring Team as a Registered Nurse on a Dynamic Medical‑Surgical Oncology Unit! Are you a compassionate RN looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can grow, thrive, and make a meaningful difference every day? At Novant Health New Hanover Medical Center, you’ll be part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while investing in your professional development.

• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Comprehensive onboarding and training program
• Ongoing mentorship from experienced preceptors and leaders
• Competitive benefits and wellness resources
• The chance to make a lasting impact on patients and families every day

We believe in caring for our team members as much as we care for our patients. Explore our comprehensive benefits package, including health, wellness, retirement, and career development resources.

Location: Novant Health New Hanover Medical Center | Wilmington, NC

Schedule: PRN (0.3 FTE)

Shift: 12‑Hour Day (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)

Department: Medical‑Surgical 6th Floor

What We‘re Looking For:

Education:

• - Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
• - 4 Year / Bachelor‘s Degree, preferred.
• - 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 of acute nursing experience required.
• Preferred- One year of medical surgical experience.

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• - Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.
• -Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.

What You‘ll Do:

Demonstrates strong assessment skills to uncover the patient’s story, integrating subjective and objective data, physical and psychosocial factors, personal preferences, and learning needs. Utilizes ongoing data interpretation to recognize patterns and determine both immediate and future care needs. Collaborates with patients and their support systems to identify priorities and incorporate preferences into individualized care plans. Engages the interdisciplinary team, identifies resources, sets realistic goals, and adjusts plans as patient needs evolve. Acts as a patient advocate while implementing the interdisciplinary care plan. Collaborates with the healthcare team to educate patients, prioritize interventions, and ensure timely completion of nursing and medical treatments. Administers and evaluates medication therapies, provides routine nursing care (IVs, dressing changes, etc.), and responds effectively in critical situations such as CPR. Safely transfers and transports patients and handles necessary equipment as required. Continuously assesses patient progress toward goals and outcomes, seeking input from patients and their support systems. Modifies the plan of care in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to achieve desired results.

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