Registered Nurse (RN) Surgery & Trauma, Cary Hospital
WakeMed Health & Hospitals·Cary, North Carolina
WakeMed Health & Hospitals·Cary, North Carolina
Provide comprehensive nursing care and implement care plans for a diverse patient population including trauma, surgical, and oncology patients. Participate in bedside shift reports, hourly rounding, and multidisciplinary rounds to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.
At WakeMed Health & Hospitals, we believe in delivering care with purpose, compassion, and excellence—the WakeWay. As a Registered Nurse with 5 West Surgery & Trauma Unit, you’ll be part of a team that places priority on patient safety, quality of care and staff safety at the only full-service hospital in Cary, North Carolina. Why Join 5 West Surgery & Trauma 40-bed unit RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4 Nurse Tech ratio of 1:8 Strong leadership support from unit and executive teams Collaborative team culture where teamwork is fundamental Magnet-designated nursing environment with a strong nursing voice What You’ll Do Provide total comprehensive nursing to patients and their families through the implementation of a plan of care. Provide care for a diverse patient population, including trauma related injuries, bariatric surgery, total joint surgery, general surgery, neuro/spine surgery, and oncology patients Participate in bedside shift reports and purposeful hourly rounding Conduct multiple disciplinary rounds for discharge progresses Prioritize patient safety and quality outcomes Unit Support & Resources Charge Nurse ICU Rounding Nurse Clinical Nurse Specialist Hospitalist Coverage Medical Intensivist Critical Care Advanced Practice Providers Scheduling & Work Life Balance Self-Scheduling 6-8 Week Schedules released 3 weeks in advance 4-12 Week orientation with a Preceptor Professional Growth Clinical ladder opportunities Nursing Professional Development Program Opportunities to pursue specialty certifications Participate in system and unit level committees including Education, Quality/Practice, Work/Life, Falls Prevention and Policy & Procedure
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 Recognition 5 West Surgery & Trauma is known for its strong culture of teamwork, engagement, and nursing excellence, including: DAISY and Petal Award Winners Team DAISY recognition - 2 years in a row WakeMed Pyramid Society Award winners Multiple national nursing conference presenters Employee Benefits & Perks Free parking at all campuses Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults through Lyra MetLife Pet Insurance 403(b) retirement plan PDO (vacation, sick, & holidays) Voluntary medical & daily expense insurance options WakeWell Rewards & wellness programs WakeMed Gives – financial assistance, well‑being initiatives & education support KinderCare & Bright Horizons childcare partnerships Tuition & specialty certification reimbursement Professional development support — we invest in your future
Diploma Nursing Required - Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required Experience
Requires a valid Registered Nurse license and a Diploma or Associate's Degree in Nursing. No prior professional experience is required for this position.
Market context
North Carolina nursing jobs often reflect steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for RNs who can provide age-appropriate care across patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers typically want an approved nursing-school graduate with a current North Carolina RN or Compact License and active AHA BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and BLS renewal before applying.
