Staffing, in the hospital's own words
Nurse-to-Patient Ratios in North Carolina: Hospitals' Own Postings
73 nurse-to-patient ratio healthcare jobs are open in North Carolina today, 73 of them for nurses. Read every night from the employers' own job boards.
Nurses: median posted pay $47.75/hr (6 jobs that state an hourly rate)Updated 9 Nov 2026, 08:05 UTC
Ratio stated registered nurse and LPN jobs in North Carolina
The newest 40 of 73, newest first.
- Registered Nurse (RN) Telemetry1:5 to 1:6. “...alongside a dedicated team of RNs, LPNs, CMAs and CNAs. With a 1:5 to 1:6 nurse to patient ratio, you will play a crucial role in assessing patient...”
- Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - Sanford, NC1:5. “...health beds, and fast-track rooms. Typical patient ratio is 1:5. No call requirement. Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays. Scrubs may be any color;...”$1,924/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - Greenville, NC1:4. “...and diabetes management. The nurse-to-patient staffing ratio is 1:4. Start date: 11/30/2026. Electronic Fetal Heart Monitoring (EFM) is not applicable to...”$1,531–$2,117/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - Hickory, NC1:4 to 1:5. “...from birth through older adulthood. Typical patient ratios are 1:4 to 1:5. Critical care equipment is used in the department. Patient care includes a...”$2,155/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Floor - Hickory, NC1:6. “...Adult and geriatric patient population. Typical patient ratio of 1:6. Every-other-weekend requirement. No call requirement. Common conditions include...”$1,785–$1,896/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Unit - Concord, NC1:1 to 1:3. “...and trauma cases. Typical nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:1 to 1:3. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, blood sugar checks, laboratory draws,...”$1,932/wk
- Travel RN MedSurg/Tele — Greensboro, NC — $1989 Est. Wkly - Greensboro, NC1:6. “...in a Medical-Surgical or Telemetry setting with patient ratios of 1:6. Certifications/Licensure BLS certification required. Active nursing license required...”$1,989/wk
- Travel RN MedSurg/Tele — Wilmington, NC — $2016 Est. Wkly - Wilmington, NC1:6. “...The unit accommodates 43 patients, with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6. Responsibilities include administering heparin drips, managing high flow oxygen and...”$2,016/wk
- Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Department - PRN1:4. “...m Join our team in a dynamic 17-bed Emergency Department (ED) with a 1:4 nurse to patient ratio. Our diverse staff includes RNs, CNAs, Paramedics,...”
- Travel RN ER — Greensboro, NC — $2078 Est. Wkly - Greensboro, NC1:5. “...experience is preferred. Experience with patient ratios of up to 1:5. Certifications/Licensure Active Registered Nurse (RN) license. Current...”$2,079/wk
- Travel RN MedSurg/Tele — Greensboro, NC — $1988 Est. Wkly - Greensboro, NC1:6. “...pharmacy calls/refill requests. Monitor patient ratios, typically 1:6, with some units having a ratio of 1:7 on a rotating basis, maintaining similar...”$1,989/wk
- Registered Nurse - Family Care Center, Full-Time Nights1:4. “...private rooms. The average monthly deliveries are 400. Patient Ratio 1:4 The Women’s Pavilion provides care to newly delivered patients, antepartum patients,...”
- Travel Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit - High Point, NC1:4. “...devices. Works with a nurse-to-patient ratio of approximately 1:4. Collaborates with certified nursing assistants and other members of the...”$1,791–$1,932/wk
- Travel RN ER — Winston Salem, NC — $1979 Est. Wkly - Winston Salem, NC1:3 to 1:5. “...or critical care setting. Experience with patient ratios of 1:3 to 1:5 in high-traffic environments. Previous charge experience is required....”$1,980/wk
- Travel RN ICU — Mount Airy, NC — $1847 Est. Wkly - Mount Airy, NC1:3. “...charge experience; however, familiarity with patient ratios (1:3) is necessary. Must have prior Meditech experience. Certifications/Licensure Active...”$1,848/wk
- Registered Nurse-Progressive Care, Full -Time Nights1:4. “...and Occupational and Speech Therapists. Nurse to patient ratio is 1:4 but may vary. Our Patients include acute Adult and Geriatric patients. Work...”
- Charge Registered Nurse (RN) Labor & Delivery1:1. “...an experienced and dedicated team. AWHONN Staffing Guidelines with 1:1 Active Labor Ratios 6 Labor & Delivery Rooms, 2 OR Suites, and 2 Triage Rooms...”
- Travel RN MedSurg/Tele — Jacksonville, NC — $1925 Est. Wkly - Jacksonville, NC1:6. “...and unit secretaries. The unit operates with a patient ratio of 1:6 and may care for IMCU patients based on census. Responsibilities Provide care for...”$1,926/wk
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Teal A/B1:5. “...Position: Full Time (36 Hours/Weekly) Total Beds: 20 Ratio - 1:5 ECU Health Employee Benefits | Benefits designed with you in mind ECU Health About...”$34.00–$46.75/hr
- Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - Charlotte, NC1:3 to 1:4. “...trauma stabilization. Typical nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:3 to 1:4 based on acuity. The role supports an average daily emergency department...”$1,932/wk
- Registered Nurse (RN) Labor & Delivery1:1. “...an experienced and dedicated team. AWHONN Staffing Guidelines with 1:1 Active Labor Ratios 6 Labor & Delivery Rooms, 2 OR Suites, and 2 Triage Rooms...”
- Registered Nurse (New Grad) Intermediate/Med Surg Stepdown Units - Float Pool1:3. “...in rounds on their patients. Nurse: Patient ratio averages 1:3 through 1:6 dependent on acuity and the unit is staffed with a standing charge nurse...”
- Registered Nurse (RN) Med/Surg1:6. “...Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). With a 1:6 nurse to patient ratio, you will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs,...”
- Travel Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Floor - Wilson, NC1:7. “...adult and geriatric patient populations. Patient ratios range from 6:1 to 7:1. Telemetry monitoring may be utilized. No call requirements. Orientation occurs...”$1,831/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit - Asheville, NC1:3 to 1:4. “...step-down and medical-surgical needs. Typical patient ratios are 1:3–4 for step-down patients and 1:4–6 for medical-surgical patients. Clinical...”$1,955/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit - Greenville, NC1:4. “...The 64-bed flex unit provides intermediate and general care with a 1:4 registered nurse-to-patient ratio and self-scheduling. The patient population...”$2,117/wk
- Travel RN MedSurg/Tele — Burlington, NC — $1988 Est. Wkly - Burlington, NC1:5 to 1:6. “...for monitoring patients effectively. Staffing ratios are generally 1:5-6. The position requires that RNs float to all Cone Health campuses as necessary for...”$1,989/wk
- Registered Nurse - Pediatrics, Per Diem Days1:5. “...of Pediatric patients, working on a track schedule. Patient ratio 1:5. Our Care team consists of Registered Nurses, a Clinical Educator, Nursing Assistant,...”
- Travel Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Floor - Henderson, NC1:6. “...one travel assignment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with a 1:6 patient ratio and high patient turnover. Additional Information: Responsibilities...”$1,785/wk
- Travel RN ER — Wilson, NC — $1990 Est. Wkly - Wilson, NC1:4 to 1:5. “...unit consists of 26 beds with a flexible patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:4-5, depending on acuity. This position requires a team player attitude, engagement in...”$1,991/wk
- Registered Nurse - Pulmonary Care Unit1:5. “...to improving patient outcomes. 24-bed Pulmonary Care Unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio (may flex to 1:6) Diverse patient population that allows...”
- Travel Registered Nurse - Emergency Room - Roanoke Rapids, NC1:4. “...28-bed emergency department with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4. Clinical Responsibilities: Care may include trauma, sepsis, intubation, chest tubes,...”$2,117/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Oncology Floor - Asheville, NC1:4 to 1:5. “...and women's surgical patients with typical patient ratios of 1:4 or 1:5. Clinical activities may include occasional pelvic examinations,...”$1,955–$1,988/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Telemetry Medical Surgical Float - Asheville, NC1:7. “...supports a 36-bed neuroscience unit with typical patient ratios of 5:1 to 7:1. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:...”$1,955/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Pediatric Floor - Asheville, NC1:3 to 1:5. “...19 pediatric and oncology beds, with patient ratios ranging from 1:3 to 1:5. The care team includes registered nurses, a charge registered nurse,...”$1,999–$3,658/wk
- Travel RN L&D — Winston Salem, NC — $2339 Est. Wkly - Winston Salem, NC1:2. “...also features 21 beds/rooms and operates with a patient ratio of 1:2. Responsibilities Circulate in the operating room for C-sections. Administer epidural...”$2,340/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical With Telemetry - High Point, NC1:6. “...traction care. Typical staffing includes a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6 and a certified nursing assistant-to-patient ratio of 1:9–12. Responsibilities may...”$1,791–$1,932/wk
- Travel Registered Nurse - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit - Sylva, NC1:3. “...care, and maintaining patient ratios of approximately 1:3. Scrub attire is required; any scrub color is acceptable. Benefits The benefits of...”$1,858/wk
- Registered Nurse (RN)- ICU1:1 to 1:2. “...post-operative care. With a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:1 or 1:2, our nurses practice at the top of their license and thrive in an environment...”$38.20–$57.30/hr
- Registered Nurse (RN) - General Medicine Stepdown1:3 to 1:5. “...health disorders. Department Highlights RN to Patient Ratio is 1:3-5 A diverse patient population is GREAT for new nurses who are still unsure about...”
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Frequently asked questions
How many nurse-to-patient ratio healthcare jobs are open in North Carolina?
73 today: 73 registered nurse and LPN jobs.
How much do nurse-to-patient ratio nurses make in North Carolina?
The 6 nurse-to-patient ratio nursing jobs in North Carolina listed here that state an hourly rate post a median of $47.75 an hour (the middle of each posted range). The ratio is the unit's own statement in its posting; pay is the posted range.
Ratio stated jobs in other states
- Texas (152)
- California (54)
- Virginia (43)
- Washington (43)
- South Carolina (38)
- Indiana (36)
- Missouri (33)
- Colorado (32)
- Tennessee (31)
- Alabama (30)
- Illinois (25)
- Florida (23)
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