Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department Inpatient Services

Overview

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. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org. EOE

Licensure

Registered Nurse Required Education

Diploma Nursing Required - Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required Experience

No Experience Required