Registered Nurse- PACU

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

Job summary

Novant Health is hiring a PACU registered nurse for our New Hanover Regional Medical Center location in Wilmington, NC. Join a team that supports compassionate, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced perioperative setting.

The role focuses on recovery, monitoring, and advocacy to ensure a smooth transition from surgery. Education and licensure requirements include a BSN preferred, current RN license in North Carolina, and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.
• If RN license is inactive, retired or lapsed for five years, completion of a Board-approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating license within one year of completing the refresher.

Responsibilities

• Extremely high functioning.
• Average between 80-110 Operating Room cases a day.
• Active recovery, step-down and floor status.
• Advocate for patients and ensure a smooth recovery transition.

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or equivalent

Job description

What We Offer

Novant Health is hiring for a PACU registered nurse at our New Hanover Regional Medical Center location in Wilmington, NC.

• Schedule: Full Time, 7:00pm-7:00am
• Department:PACU
• Benefits: This position iseligible for benefits.

What You'll Do

• Extremely High Functioning
• Average between 80-110 Operating Room cases a day
• Active recovery, step-down and floor status
• Advocate for patients and ensure a smooth recovery transition

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: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.