Join our team of new and experienced nurses providing exceptional patient care at UNC Health Wayne. Become part of a group of compassionate, skilled nurses, and find personal satisfaction and professional advancement opportunities in Goldsboro, North Carolina.

About UNC Health Wayne

UNC Health Wayne is a 316-bed community, not-for-profit hospital in eastern North Carolina. We serve the health care needs of Wayne County and surrounding areas with dedicated staff and high-quality health care. Learn more about UNC Health Wayne.

Why You’ll Love Working at UNC Health Wayne

As the employer of choice in our community, UNC Health Wayne provides benefits and support to you and your family to make your life easier. They include:

  • Advanced technology for better patient care
  • Community hospital setting serving friends, family, and neighbors
  • Comprehensive benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Friendly team in a helpful work environment
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Wellness programs
  • Work/family balance
  • Affiliation with UNC Health Care

Benefits at UNC Health Wayne

Learn about the employee benefits you’ll enjoy as a UNC Health Wayne nurse.

Professional Growth and Development

Take advantage of opportunities to learn and develop your nursing skills. At UNC Health Wayne, we give you educational and financial help to continue your education, get specialty certifications and advance your career with:

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Scholarships
  • Stipends

Excellent Patient Experience

You’ll find a team that provides high quality, patient-centered care at UNC Health Wayne. As a nurse at our hospital, you’ll deliver care that anticipates and responds to our patients’ needs and provides an impressive patient experience.

Our model of care here at UNC Health Wayne is relationship based, which means we place our patients and families at the center of all our decisions. This is crucial to how we deliver safe and reliable care with quality outcomes and a good experience. It is our vision to do this for every patient, with every encounter.

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
197737 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $35,000 commitment incentive. The Emergency Department is a 52-bed unit, including a 4-bed Behavioral Health Unit. It features three triage rooms, an ambulatory area with a three-stretch bay located directly behind triage, a decontamination area, and a family consultation room. The department operates with 24-hour registration, laboratory services, diagnostic imaging, and CT radiology coverage, with specialized radiology services such as MRI, Ultrasound, and Nuclear Medicine available on-call after 5 PM. Additionally, a new EMS convalescent transport service is available Monday through Friday during the day to facilitate inpatient discharge and improve Emergency Department flow. The department is known for its efficient patient throughput, avoiding long hold times and ensuring a smooth transition...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
197211 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $30,000 commitment incentive. The Operating Room at UNC Health Wayne is a specialized unit with 13 OR suites. The unit provides a multitude of surgical specialties including general, robotics, urology, vascular, dental, plastics, ENT, ophthalmology, orthopedic, neurosurgery and gynecology. Our unit is equipped with 2 Davinci Robots and a state-of-the-art hybrid vascular suite. Our unit is staffed by a dedicated team of registered nurses (RNs), surgical technologist (STs and CSTs), first assistants (CSFAs), nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) and operating room assistants (ORAs). Shifts typically include 8-hour days with weeknight, weekend and holiday call rotations. The unit’s culture emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork and continuous learning, with strong collaboration across departments. We offer...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
166014 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $40,000 commitment incentive. Our Cardiopulmonary Unit is equipped with cutting-edge technology and specializes in the comprehensive management of cardiac and respiratory conditions. With continuous patient monitoring, the unit caters to individuals with a variety of conditions including low-risk cardiac events, congestive heart failure (CHF), syncope, post-cardiac catheterization (low risk), post-pacemaker implantation (low risk), pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and viral respiratory illnesses. Our skilled team provides exceptional care, addressing not only cardiopulmonary needs but also a wide range of other medical conditions. Summary: A Registered Nurse at Wayne UNC Health Care is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process,...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
189765 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $35,000 commitment incentive. 6 Main is a 48-bed medical surgical department that focuses on the care of adult patients with a variety of medical and surgical diagnosis . Common diagnosis into this department includes diabetes, stroke, kidney failure, respiratory distress, sepsis, liver disease, and other medical issues. Our care team is composed of RN’s, LPN, nursing assistants, respiratory therapist, physical therapist, and many providers to meet the complex needs of our patients . Our nursing team frequently manages IV’s and access devices, NG tubes, various drains, urinary catheters, and wound vacs . Nurse to patient ratio’s are 1:5/6 and nursing assistant ratio’s are 1:8/10 . Our med surge department welcomes new graduate RN’s and LPN’s . Training...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
179282 Job Description Description Summary: The Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Registered Nurse is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists providers in carrying out a therapeutic regiment for each patient and is an advisor of non-professional nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Responsibilities: 1. Provides quality patient care using the nursing process and critical thinking skills. 2. Recognizes, interprets and analyzes difficulties in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation outpatient care situations. 3. Collaborates and communicates effectively...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
92852 Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: A Registered Nurse at Wayne UNC Health Care is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
179863 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $40,000 commitment incentive. Join our Staffing Pool and become a vital part of the nursing team at UNC Health Wayne . Our Staffing Pool is designed for healthcare staff who thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to support various units across the hospital. As a float pool RN, you’ll have the opportunity to care for diverse patient populations, sharpen your clinical skills, and gain experience across multiple specialties. RNs in the staffing pool are assigned based on hospital needs and may float between Med-Surg, Telemetry, Progressive Care, and other inpatient areas. This role is ideal for experienced nurses who are flexible, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality care wherever they’re needed most. As part of the Staffing Pool, RNs receive a 20% pay differential in...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
174203 Job Description Description At Wayne UNC Health Care, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, close-knit community environment while providing access to world-class resources through our affiliation with UNC Health. Our nurses are valued, respected, and empowered to grow in their careers. We are proud to offer competitive pay, up to $40,000 in incentives, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits — including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and more! Summary: A Registered Nurse at UNC Health Wayne is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
133266 Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: A Registered Nurse at Wayne UNC Health Care is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
199027 Job Description Description Summary: The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) manages the WATCH Healthcare Program for Wayne County Citizens. Under the supervision of the physician, delivers acute, basic and preventative health care to clients and fulfils duties such as assessment, planning, teaching and counseling. Functions as a health team member in meeting the objectives of WATCH. WATCH stands for Wayne Action Teams for Community Health. The mission of WATCH is to provide quality primary and acute health care to the uninsured of Wayne County, North Carolina. Responsibilities: 1. Patient Care: a. Obtains health and development history and conducts physical assessments using appropriate tools. Conducts gynecological exams i.e., GC, papsmear, STD screenings, etc. b. Assesses the health status of the client by discriminating between normal and abnormal physical and emotional findings....

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
197177 Job Description Description Summary: The Nurse Practitioner, under the supervision of the Medical Director, delivers primary health care to students and fulfills such duties as assessment, planning, teaching, and counseling. The Nurse Practitioner functions as a health team member in meeting the objectives of the school-based center within the WISH program (Wayne Initiative for School Health). The purpose of the WISH program is to render school-based care that provides affordable, accessible physical and mental health services to adolescents. WISH advocates for the health rights of all children and addresses a broad range of needs. The program goal is to help Wayne County students succeed in school by promoting healthy lifestyles and by providing comprehensive health care services to meet the needs of all students. Responsibilities: 1. Provides quality patient care using the nursing process and critical...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
185743 Job Description Description ***Bilingual Preferred*** Educational Loan Repayment Available!! Summary: The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) manages the WATCH Healthcare Program for Wayne County Citizens. Under the supervision of the physician, delivers acute, basic and preventative health care to clients and fulfils duties such as assessment, planning, teaching and counseling. Functions as a health team member in meeting the objectives of WATCH. WATCH stands for Wayne Action Teams for Community Health. The mission of WATCH is to provide quality primary and acute health care to the uninsured of Wayne County, North Carolina. Responsibilities: 1. Patient Care: a. Obtains health and development history and conducts physical assessments using appropriate tools. Conducts gynecological exams i.e., GC, papsmear, STD screenings, etc. b. Assesses the health status of the client by...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
194429 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $40,000 commitment incentive. The 2nd Floor Post-Surgical Unit is a 40-bed adult inpatient unit that primarily serves patients recovering from orthopedic procedures, general surgeries, and urologic interventions. With an average of 5–10 admissions per day, the unit stays active while maintaining a strong focus on quality post-operative care. Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1:4–5 on days and 1:5–6 on nights. New graduate nurses complete a 12–13 week Vizient residency program, while experienced RNs receive 3–5 weeks of orientation tailored to their background. Nurse scheduling currently includes two weekends per 6-week schedule, though every-other-weekend coverage may be required depending on staffing needs. Nurses and Nursing Assistants are expected to work one-half of the hospital holidays...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
60747 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for up to a $150,000 Commitment Incentive and up to $10,000 in relocation incentives* The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA) at UNC Health Wayne is a hospital employee that works in the Anesthesia Care Team model to provide anesthesia care in the Surgical services department and elsewhere within the hospital. We are a growing department that is patient focused, collaborative, and supportive, with access to state-of-the-art anesthesia and monitoring equipment. All aspects of anesthesia services are provided to include pre/post/perioperative care in the surgical services suites (14 operating rooms), endoscopy suite, and labor and delivery/c-section suite. CRNA’s provide all types of anesthesia care to include placement of A-lines, SAB, epidurals, General and MAC anesthetics. Opportunities exist for the placement of regional anesthetics as well....

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
199026 Job Description Description Summary: Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. Responsibilities: 1. Education - Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs. With assistance, uses patient education materials relevant to patient population. Assesses readiness to learn of the patient/ family/ caregivers. Assesses developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn. 2. Evaluation of Care - Identifies expected patient outcomes. Seeks guidance as needed in revision of plan of care. Participates in discussion with members of the interdisciplinary team in evaluation of patient care. Communicates...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
201927 Job Description Description Summary: The School Health Nurse will provide comprehensive school health services for assigned Wayne County Public Schools. S/he will provide case management for students with special health care needs and chronic health conditions and management acute health needs when on site. S/he will serve as a resource person to school personnel regarding student health issues. Also, will develop, implement, and present school health education programs. Responsibilities: 1. Coordinates the daily operation of School Health Services to meet mandates of the Public Schools of North Carolina in assigned schools. 2. For assigned schools, identifies and coordinates health services for students with chronic/acute health needs or potential emergency needs. 3. Develops and implements health care plans/emergency action plans for identified students with appropriate staff. 4....

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
153089 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $35,000 commitment incentive. The Emergency Department is a 52-bed unit, including a 4-bed Behavioral Health Unit. It features three triage rooms, an ambulatory area with a three-stretch bay located directly behind triage, a decontamination area, and a family consultation room. The department operates with 24-hour registration, laboratory services, diagnostic imaging, and CT radiology coverage, with specialized radiology services such as MRI, Ultrasound, and Nuclear Medicine available on-call after 5 PM. Additionally, a new EMS convalescent transport service is available Monday through Friday during the day to facilitate inpatient discharge and improve Emergency Department flow. Summary: A Registered Nurse at Wayne UNC Health Care is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
204087 Job Description Description Summary: A Registered Nurse at UNC Health Wayne is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Responsibilities: 1. Uses the nursing process to plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
203494 Job Description Description Summary: A Registered Nurse at UNC Health Wayne is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Responsibilities: 1. Uses the nursing process to plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
203493 Job Description Description Summary: A Registered Nurse at UNC Health Wayne is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Responsibilities: 1. Uses the nursing process to plan, provide, supervise and document professional nursing care...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
202031 Job Description Description *This position qualifies for our UNC Health Wayne Incentive Program, which includes up to $35,000 commitment incentive. The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at UNC Wayne is a specialized area divided into 20 telemetry beds and 8 hardwired Intensive Care (IC) level of care beds. This unit primarily serves adult patients, ages 18 and up, dealing with a range of acute and chronic cardiac as well as medical/surgical conditions. Our patient population includes individuals requiring continuous cardiac monitoring for non-critical issues, as well as those managing cardiac arrhythmias and other serious complications of cardiovascular disease. Common diagnoses treated in the PCU include Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), NSTEMI, and pre/post cardiac procedures like cardiac catheterizations and pacemaker placements. Nurses who thrive in this department are energetic,...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
199143 Job Description Description Summary: A Registered Nurse at UNC Health Wayne is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. Three 8hr shifts plus one 12hr shift per week with a call requirement (minimum of one night every other week)....

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
163448 Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: A Registered Nurse at Wayne UNC Health Care is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists the provider in carrying out a therapeutic regimen for each patient and directs other licensed and non-licensed nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Provides all nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the scope of the RN as defined by...

Wayne UNC Health Care Goldsboro, NC, USA
199418 Job Description Description Summary: The Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Registered Nurse is a member of the patient care team who, with knowledge of the nursing process, provides leadership in applying scientific principles and professional skills aimed at caring for the ill, preventing disease and maintaining optimum health. The RN assists providers in carrying out a therapeutic regiment for each patient and is an advisor of non-professional nursing teammates in providing nursing care to meet physical, emotional and spiritual needs of individual patients. The RN implements the nursing process in order to provide professional holistic patient care. Responsibilities: 1. Provides quality patient care using the nursing process and critical thinking skills. 2. Recognizes, interprets and analyzes difficulties in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation outpatient care situations. 3. Collaborates and communicates effectively...