Nursing Jobs in North Carolina

Nursing jobs in North Carolina are in high demand, concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and academic medical centers, with openings available from new graduate nurses through experienced nurse managers and clinical specialists. The largest hiring markets are Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham, where major health systems such as Atrium Health, WakeMed, and Duke Health consistently recruit across departments. The most sought-after specialties in North Carolina include critical care, emergency nursing, and labor and delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles187+
Top employerUNC Health
Top cityCharlotte, NC
Cities hiring74
Work type96% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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PruittHealth
Certified Nursing Assistant
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PruittHealth
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Certified Nursing Assistant
PruittHealth
Beaufort, North Carolina
Nursing
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Caregiving & Elderly Support
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated
Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) Cardiac Telemetry | Night Shift
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Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated
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Certified Nursing Assistance (CNA) Cardiac Telemetry | Night Shift
Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated
Statesville, North Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification

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Life Care Center of Hendersonville
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Baylor Shift
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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Baylor Shift
Life Care Center of Hendersonville
Hendersonville, North Carolina
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
CPR Certification

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Nursing Jobs by City in North Carolina

Where North Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Asheville
10 jobs
Winston-Salem
10 jobs
Greensboro
7 jobs
Salisbury
6 jobs
Chapel Hill
6 jobs
Lexington
5 jobs
Statesville
5 jobs

Nursing Job Market in North Carolina

A snapshot from current North Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • UNC Health
    UNC Health16
  • Advocate Aurora Health
    Advocate Aurora Health16
  • BAYADA Home Health Care
    BAYADA Home Health Care9
  • PruittHealth
    PruittHealth7
  • Cone Health
    Cone Health6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services20
  • Insurance2
  • Education1

What North Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nursing jobs across North Carolina.

  • Active North Carolina RN or LPN license or a license recognized through the Nurse Licensure Compact
  • Associate degree in nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program
  • Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
  • One or more years of clinical experience in an acute care or specialty setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong communication and care coordination skills in a multidisciplinary team environment

Nursing Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nursing in North Carolina?

To become a licensed nurse in North Carolina, you must graduate from an accredited nursing program, pass the NCLEX-RN exam for registered nurses or NCLEX-PN for licensed practical nurses, and apply for licensure through the North Carolina Board of Nursing. North Carolina participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses already licensed in a compact state can often practice without applying for a separate North Carolina license.

How much do nursings make in North Carolina?

Nursings in North Carolina earn a median of about $38,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $30,260 for the lowest 10% to over $47,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire nursings in North Carolina?

Employers hiring nursings in North Carolina right now include UNC Health, Advocate Aurora Health, and BAYADA Home Health Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's large academic medical centers and regional hospital networks drive consistent, year-round nursing recruitment across specialties.

Which North Carolina cities have the most nursing jobs?

Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville have the most nursing openings in North Carolina. Charlotte and Raleigh lead because of their large hospital systems and rapidly growing populations, while Durham's concentration of academic medical institutions, including major research hospitals affiliated with Duke University, generates steady specialized nursing demand.

Are there remote nursing jobs in North Carolina?

Yes, but they're rare. About 4% of nursing openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on clinical care limits location flexibility for most roles. The nursing positions most likely to be fully remote are utilization review, case management, and telephone triage roles that don't require direct patient contact.

How can I get hired as a nursing in North Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to a new graduate nurse residency program, which large North Carolina health systems such as Atrium Health, Duke Health, and WakeMed run specifically for nurses with no post-graduation experience. These structured programs last several months and provide clinical mentorship across units. Candidates with a completed nursing degree and an active North Carolina license or compact license have the strongest applications, and starting in a medical-surgical or telemetry unit is a common way to build the clinical hours needed for specialty roles.

Where can I find and apply to nursing jobs in North Carolina?

You can find and apply to nursing jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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