Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department Inpatient Services

Night Shift Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunity

We're hiring a night shift Registered Nurse (RN) for the Emergency Department Holding Unit, supporting patients in an ED holding area who require med-surg or intermediate-level care while they await admission, transfer, or next steps in their care journey. You'll play a key role in delivering safe, coordinated care to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced ED environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care based on individualized plans of care
• Assess and monitor patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs while coordinating care with the interdisciplinary team
• Safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies per physician orders and nursing standards
• Educate patients and families using clear, respectful communication that supports shared decision-making
• Uphold WakeMed's Professional Practice Model and Patient & Family Centered Care philosophy in every interaction

Who You Are

• A licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of North Carolina
• Comfortable caring for med-surg and/or intermediate-acuity patients, ideally in an ED or acute care setting
• A strong communicator who values teamwork, collaboration, and patient safety
• Committed to providing compassionate care that respects patient and family preferences
• Able to think critically and stay adaptable in a dynamic, high-energy environment

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Nurse Required

Education

Diploma Nursing Required - Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required

Experience

No Experience Required