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RN- Surgical I Post-op/Stepdown

Novant Health

What We Offer: Take Your Nursing Career to the Next Level with Novant Health! Registered Nurse - Surgical I (Post-op/Stepdown) | Wilmington, NC Are you a dedicated RN ready to make a meaningful impact in surgical care? Join our Surgical I - Post-op/Stepdown team at Novant Health NHRMC, where you'll care for patients recovering from emergency general surgeries, traumatic injuries, and complex post-operative procedures in a collaborative, supportive environment. ⭐ Enjoy a Consistent Fixed Night Shift Schedule! Full-Time | 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM We know consistency matters. That's why we offer fixed schedules you'll work the same three nights every week with no rotating schedule. Choose from one of these full-time options: 🗓️ Option 1: Sunday, Monday & Tuesday Nights OR 🗓️ Option 2: Thursday, Friday & Saturday Nights Enjoy the predictability of a set schedule while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Why Nurses Choose This Role

  • Benefits starting on day one
  • Competitive pay with shift differentials
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities
  • Employee assistance program and team member discounts
  • Generous paid time off
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide specialized post-operative care to patients recovering from emergency general and trauma surgeries, as well as step-down level patients.
  • Care for patients with external fixators, complex wounds, and multi-system injuries.
  • Deliver expert nursing care in a high-acuity post-operative setting that goes beyond traditional Medical-Surgical nursing.
  • Utilize advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking to support positive patient outcomes.
Qualifications
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
  • Associate or Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
  • Current North Carolina RN license or Multi-State Compact License required.
  • One year of relevant RN experience preferred.
Be Part of a Remarkable Team At Novant Health, you'll find more than a job—you'll discover a career where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference every day.

Vacancy posted 16 hours ago
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