Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in North Carolina
Clinical Registered Nurse jobs in North Carolina are open across Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and Smithfield and other North Carolina metros, with employers like UNC Health, Atrium Health, and Fresenius Medical Care hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Clinical Research Nurses work closely with study subjects and other research staff and are involved in most steps of the research trial process. They perform some patient-related care and assessments within the scope of their licensure. Their work is routine in nature, with assignments provided at a task level, focused on the long-term goals of clinical research trial and process. Clinical Research Nurses have no supervisory responsibilities and work under immediate supervision.
Essential Job Function:
- Reviews patient cases, medical histories, and current treatment plans to effectively recruit and enroll potential research subjects that are actively engaged in the informed consent process.
- Supports the regulatory process in the submission of study protocols, consent forms, and recruiting materials to the Institutional Review Board and the department for approval, facilitating the regulatory compliance necessary for research projects in the hospital/medical group setting.
- Helps coordinate activities for multiple simultaneous clinical trials, managing various research tasks efficiently, ensuring optimal use of resources and executing research protocols in a timely manner.
- Serves as study coordinator for pharmaceutical and/or device trials, successfully coordinating site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and close-out visits, and ensuring adherence to protocol guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Corresponds with healthcare teams, providers, outside research partners, and patients, ensuring clear communication and continuity of care for patients.
- Assists in collecting and reviewing data specific to clinical research studies to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Assists with the maintenance of records of patient interactions and clinical research interventions to ensure consistent and coordinated care, including collaborating with Investigator in assessment and management of Adverse Events.
- Completes clinical tasks within the scope of nursing license to meet patients' immediate needs as necessary.
- Coordinates patient care under direction of the Investigator and in accordance with the clinical trial protocol.
- Attends Investigator meetings and conferences as required.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
- Required: Associate Degree in Nursing.
- Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Nursing.
Experience
- Required: 1 year as a Registered Nurse.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/LISTING
- Required: Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a Compact state, Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) through American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.
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Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Registered Nurse Job Market in North Carolina
A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UNC Health111

- Atrium Health12

- Fresenius Medical Care8

- Cone Health3

- Novant Health3

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services143
- Technology & Software2
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical registered nurse jobs across North Carolina.
- Active RN licensure in the state of employment or compact license eligibility
- Current BLS and ACLS certification from an approved provider
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Minimum one to two years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong clinical assessment skills and experience with patient care documentation
Clinical Registered Nurse Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical registered nurse jobs are there in North Carolina?
There are 148+ clinical registered nurse openings in North Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and Smithfield. New positions post regularly as employers across North Carolina hire.
How much do clinical registered nurses make in North Carolina?
Clinical registered nurses in North Carolina earn a median of about $84,350 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,660 for the lowest 10% to over $110,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which North Carolina cities have the most clinical registered nurse jobs?
Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and Smithfield have the most clinical registered nurse openings in North Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire clinical registered nurses in North Carolina?
Employers hiring clinical registered nurses in North Carolina include UNC Health, Atrium Health, and Fresenius Medical Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote clinical registered nurse jobs in North Carolina?
Yes. About 4% of clinical registered nurse openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in North Carolina metros.
How do I apply for clinical registered nurse jobs in North Carolina?
You can apply to clinical registered nurse jobs in North Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred North Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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