Registered Nurse -Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Tuition support

Career advancement

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Retirement match

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Novant Health's New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC seeks an experienced RN for the NICU on a full-time night shift. Join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to provide compassionate care and partner with families.

You will collaborate with neonatologists, physicians, therapists, and the care team to develop individualized plans, deliver evidence-based nursing care, and uphold high-quality standards in a fast-paced neonatal setting.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure in the state
• Graduate of accredited nursing program
• One year of relevant experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with NICU patients and families
• Collaborate with neonatologists, physicians, and the care team to develop care plans
• Deliver evidence-based nursing care and monitor patient progress
• Use clinical judgment to assess needs, coordinate care in a fast-paced neonatal setting
• Take ownership of patient care and adhere to policies and standards

Skills

Clinical nursing

Neonatal care

Team collaboration

Assessment & care planning

Education

RN licensure required

Bachelor's in Nursing preferred

Accredited nursing program graduate

Refresher course for reinstatement if inactive

Job description

What We Offer

• Schedule: Full Time Night Shift
• Department: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Location: New Hanover Regional Medical Center

• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Future Forward tuition support to help you grow your nursing career
• RN career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling and paid time off to support work-life balance
• 6% retirement match plus mental health and wellbeing resources

What You'll Do

• Build meaningful relationships with NICU patients and their families, serving as a trusted advocate and compassionate partner throughout their care journey
• Collaborate with neonatologists, physicians, respiratory therapists, and the interdisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized plans of care
• Deliver evidence-based nursing care that supports optimal patient outcomes while closely monitoring and evaluating each patient's progress
• Use clinical judgment and critical thinking to assess patient needs, coordinate care, and make informed decisions in a fast-paced neonatal environment
• Take ownership of patient care by ensuring safe, high-quality nursing practice while adhering to established policies, procedures, and professional standards

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 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

151957