RN- Intermediate/Critical Care

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system serving central North Carolina. With four hospitals and more than 600 beds, we provide advanced, patient‑centered care across the region. Our system includes the Reid Heart Center-home to the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center-offering leading‑edge cardiac services.

More than 6,500 employees support our mission across 75+ locations within a 15‑county service area. FirstHealth has earned numerous distinctions for exceptional patient care and outcomes, with honors from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker’s Healthcare.

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we are committed to supporting both the professional growth and personal well‑being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to help you thrive, including:

• Free membership to any of our seven FirstHealth Fitness Centers

• Educational assistance through FirstU to support academic and professional development

• Exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot

• Competitive retirement savings plan with employer match

These benefits reflect our dedication to creating an environment where your career and well‑being come first. Join us as we work toward our goal of becoming the best place to work in health care.

CVT is an 18-bed acuity adaptable unit specializing cardiothoracic surgery, vascular surgery, and management of Intra-aortic balloon pumps, and Impella devices. Nurses develop strong assessment skills and become experts at managing drip titrations, chest tubes, and ventilators.

With the acuity adaptable approach, nurses manage care of the patient requiring open heart surgery from admission through discharge. This setting provides for efficient patient care and strengthens the nurse/patient relationship. Nurse are required to obtain and maintain ACLS certification.

• Requirements:

  • Valid NC RN License or Compact State RN License

  • BCLS & ACLS required

  • 2 Years of experience required