Registered Nurse - Pediatrics ICU

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a dedicated RN for the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. This role involves providing high-level critical care to infants, children and adolescents during a 7p-7a schedule, with a focus on compassionate family-centered support.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, current RN licensure in the state, and at least one year of relevant PICU experience. Reinstatement requirements apply if licensure has lapsed.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in the appropriate state is required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher is preferred.
• One year of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide life-saving care to infants, children and adolescents in the PICU.
• Deliver care using advanced critical care technologies.
• Support families through challenging health events with compassion.

Skills

Pediatric critical care

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree

RN licensure (registered nurse)

Job description

What We Offer

Schedule: 7p-7a

Department: Pediatric ICU

Location: New Hanover Regional Medical Center

What You'll Do

Make a Difference When It Matters Most

Join our Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), where compassion meets advanced critical care. As a member of our elite pediatric team, you'll provide life-saving care to infants, children, and adolescents facing complex and critical health challenges. Every day offers the opportunity to combine clinical excellence with heartfelt compassion while supporting patients and families through some of their most vulnerable moments.

Why Choose Our PICU?

• Work alongside nationally recognized pediatric specialists and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Care for high-acuity patients using advanced technologies and evidence-based practices.
• Expand your expertise through ongoing education, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Build meaningful relationships with patients and families while making a lasting impact on children's lives.
• Thrive in a collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence.

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: Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.
• 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: Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required.
• Our Ideal Candidate Is:
• • Passionate about pediatric critical care
  • Calm and confident in fast-paced environments
  • Driven by continuous learning and clinical excellence
  • Committed to family-centered care
  • Energized by teamwork and collaboration

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

188204