Nurse Aide I, Surgery & Trauma, Cary Hospital

Overview

At WakeMed Health & Hospitals, we believe in delivering care with purpose, compassion, and excellence—the WakeWay. As a Nurse Aide with 5 West Surgery & Trauma Unit, you’ll be part of a team that places priority on patient safety, quality of care and staff safety at the only full-service hospital in Cary, North Carolina.

 

Why Join 5 West Surgery & Trauma

• 40-bed unit
• Nurse Tech ratio of 1:8
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4
• Strong leadership support from unit and executive teams
• Collaborative team culture where teamwork is fundamental
• Magnet-designated nursing environment with a strong nursing voice

Unit Support & Resources

• Charge Nurse
• ICU Rounding Nurse
• Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Hospitalist Coverage
• Medical Intensivist
• Critical Care Advanced Practice Providers

Scheduling & Work Life Balance

• Self-Scheduling
• 6-8 Week Schedules released 3 weeks in advance
• 4-12 Week orientation with a Preceptor

Professional Growth

• Clinical ladder opportunities
• Opportunities to pursue certifications
• Participating in system and unit level committees

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

 

Recognition

 

5 West Surgery & Trauma is known for its strong culture of teamwork, engagement, and nursing excellence, including:

• DAISY and Petal Award Winners
• Team DAISY recognition - 2 years in a row
• WakeMed Pyramid Society Award winners
• Multiple national nursing conference presenters

Employee Benefits & Perks

• Free parking at all campuses
• Health, Dental, Vision + 6 free mental health consults through Lyra
• MetLife Pet Insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• PDO (vacation, sick, & holidays)
• Voluntary medical & daily expense insurance options
• WakeWell Rewards & wellness programs
• WakeMed Gives – financial assistance, well‑being initiatives & education support
• KinderCare & Bright Horizons childcare partnerships
• Tuition & specialty certification reimbursement
• Professional development support — we invest in your future

Licensure

Nurse Aide I Required
Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Experience

1 Year Clinical - Nurse Aide Preferred