CarolinaEast·New Bern, North Carolina
The Nurse Practitioner will manage complex cases for critically ill patients within the Intensive Care Unit. They will collaborate with the multidisciplinary medical team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Critical Care Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team. This role follows a 7 on / 7 off rotating schedule, offering the opportunity for work-life balance while providing intensive care to critically ill patients. The NP will manage complex cases, collaborate with medical staff, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in our Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region.
At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies.
We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties.
Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities.
CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff.
We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association.
Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.
CarolinaEast Physicians is made up of over 150 physicians, and mid-level providers who provide care to patients spanning four eastern North Carolina Counties. We have specialties including Primary Care, Pediatrics, Rheumatology, Cardiology, Pulmonology, Neurology, Podiatry, Endocrinology, Cardiovascular Surgery, Otolaryngology, General Surgery, Oncology, Urology, Physical Medicine and Rehab, Orthopedics, Psychiatry, and Gastroenterology.
Advanced procedural skills (e.g., central/arterial line placement, intubation) if within scope
Strong critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and communication skills
Comfortable with EMR systems and ICU technology
Market context
North Carolina hospitals and health systems often seek ICU Nurse Practitioners to support high-acuity inpatient care, especially on night shifts where coverage is essential. These roles are competitive because employers usually want advanced critical care training, current North Carolina licensure, and the ability to work independently in fast-paced settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your NP program, licensure, and ICU experience align before applying.
