Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Position: Travel Medical Surgical Registered Nurse - $1,804 per week
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Med Surg

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, nights

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Employment Type:

Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation skills, with night shift availability and a valid NC or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient Medical-Surgical unit in a hospital setting

• Patient population includes those with dementia, diabetes, COVID, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, encephalopathy, GI bleed, anemia, hip fracture, and other typical M/S diagnoses

• Unit includes an isolation area for COVID patients and multi-level care with stepdown capabilities (managed by dedicated stepdown staff)

• Remote telemetry monitoring is used on the unit

• Target patient ratio of 1:5-6

• 12-hour night shifts (18:45–07:15); 36 or 48 hours per week accepted

• Weekends required: 12–16 shifts per 13-week contract

• Floating to other units is required

• Scheduling is based on unit needs

• EMR:
Epic (preferred experience); medication dispensing via Pyxis; communication via SBAR

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

• Local candidates are accepted

• 13-week minimum contract length; longer contracts are available for interested candidates

• Orientation consists of 24 hours of unit orientation plus a hospital orientation during week one — candidate must be available for classes each day of orientation week

• Preferred skills include MS/Tele experience, on-unit telemetry monitoring, port access, CVA, surgical drains, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy management, and Epic proficiency

• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and could be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters

• Mid-contract consolidation to a centralized office may occur, with potential pre-assignment to units as needed

• RTO is not permitted after booking and cannot be arranged on-site; any call-offs or additional RTO may result in contract cancellation

• Maximum of 7 days RTO allowed for the duration of the contract

• Required scrub colors: navy and/or white

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required

• BLS certification required

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Required skills:

Med/Surg, remote telemetry monitoring, use of Rapid Response Team, interpretation of dysrhythmias, IV insulin protocols, colostomy care, feeding tube care and management, pre/post hemodialysis management, blood product administration, central line blood draw, peripheral line care/management, phlebotomy, PICC line management, IV starts, heparin, PCA, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleuravac), CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, oxygen face masks, portable oxygen, isolation precautions, wound care/wound vac

• Must pass an EKG test prior to start

• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

• 401(k) Plan

• Weekly Payroll Deposit

• Free Online CEUs

• Generous Housing Allowance

• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.