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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - STICU - Surgical Trauma Intensive Care
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Registered Nurse (RN) - STICU - Surgical Trauma Intensive Care

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Radiology
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Radiology

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Stepdown
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Stepdown

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
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Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
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Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate
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Registered Nurse (RN) - New Graduate

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
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Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Med Surg
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Med Surg

  • Blue Ridge Regional Hospital
  • Rutherfordton, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Extern
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Extern

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

  • Mission Hospital
  • Rutherfordton, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

  • Mission Hospital
  • Rutherfordton, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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Posted Today
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Stepdown
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Stepdown

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown

  • Mission Hospital
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice Palliative Care RN
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice Palliative Care RN

  • CarePartners
  • Waynesville, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Med Surg
Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Med Surg

  • CarePartners
  • Rutherfordton, NC

$58+/hour

Above Average Pay
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North Carolina Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$46.99/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in North Carolina is $46.99 per hour. This is 3% lower than the US average of $48.28.

Last updated on August 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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North Carolina Nursing Jobs FAQs

What employers have the most staff Registered Nursing jobs in North Carolina?

The employers on Vivian that currently have the most staff Registered Nursing jobs in North Carolina are Perm Staff Jobs (522), BAYADA Home Health Care (28), and CoreMedical Group Perm (16).

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in North Carolina?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our North Carolina RN Licensing guide.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, August 16th 2026, Vivian has 35 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average and up to $53 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, August 16th 2026, Vivian has 394 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $46 per hour on average, and up to $74 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, August 16th 2026, Vivian has 9,265 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,028 per hour on average, and up to $4,014 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is North Carolina a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

Yes, North Carolina is a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in North Carolina cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in North Carolina varies from $75-$150.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in North Carolina?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every two years.

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