PICU RN in Chapel Hill, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,470/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $68.61
- Weekly
- $2,470
- Yearly (full-time)
- $128,440
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $68.61/hour — 69% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina ($40.56/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina right now
- 1,627 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina from 6 agencies, 20 of them in Chapel Hill.
- Pay in these listings: $19.00 – $139/hour, median $51.58/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Carolina: $40.56/hour ($84,365/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 141 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week travel nursing opportunity supporting Pediatric Cardiac ICU (PCICU) and Pediatric ICU (PICU) units in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This role involves providing specialized bedside care during 12-hour night shifts, with the chance to work across two dedicated units located side-by-side. If you enjoy a multi-faceted environment and are comfortable switching between complex pediatric units, this assignment offers a unique experience in a vibrant city setting.
Weather:
The climate around this time tends to be mild with comfortable temperatures and a pleasant atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for both work and leisure activities.
Fun Things To Do:
- Day trip to nearby Raleigh for a visit to museums and craft breweries.
- Explore the scenic Duke Gardens for a peaceful outdoor stroll.
- Enjoy wine tasting tours at local vineyards.
- Hiking at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just a drive away.
- Visit historic sites and cultural districts in downtown Durham.
Job Specifics:
Location: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36
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