Registered Nurse - MICU

Novant Health; Forest Hills (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition & Loan Support

Inclusive Culture

Wellbeing Focus

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Novant Health Rowan Medical Center in North Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU). The role focuses on high‑acuity care for critically ill patients, including monitoring hemodynamics and collaborating with physicians to drive recovery.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, current RN licensure in the state, and preferably one year of relevant ICU experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; RN licensure required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Current RN licensure in appropriate state required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill patients with complex medical conditions.
• Continuously monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic status.
• Recognize clinical deterioration and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment and support patient recovery.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

What We Offer

Calling All Medical ICU RNs!

Novant Health Rowan Medical Center is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU). This unit provides specialized care for critically ill patients experiencing complex medical conditions, including respiratory failure, sepsis, shock, and other life‑threatening illnesses requiring intensive monitoring and intervention. Nurses perform comprehensive assessments, monitor hemodynamic status, recognize changes in patient condition, and collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to provide high‑acuity care. This is a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment ideal for an RN who thrives in critical care and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient‑centered care.

What we offer:

• Tuition & Loan Support - Up to $5,250/year in tuition assistance plus eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs
• Inclusive Culture - Employee‑led Business Resource Groups (BRGs) that foster connection, diversity, and belonging
• Wellbeing Focus - Access to mental, physical, and emotional health resources for a balanced lifestyle
• Comprehensive Benefits - Competitive health insurance starting day one, plus additional perks and discounts
• Career Growth Opportunities - Clinical ladder programs, internal mobility support, and career advisors to help you advance

What You’ll Do

• Provide specialized nursing care to critically ill patients with complex medical conditions.
• Continuously monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic status.
• Recognize clinical deterioration and respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate treatment and support patient recovery.

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/registration: 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.