Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring Epic proficiency, trauma-focused patient care skills, and comfort with 1:6-7 patient ratios on night shifts.

• Inpatient Medical-Surgical unit in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes traumatic bone, joint, and soft tissue injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, subdural hematomas, and neurological trauma
• Patient ratio of 1:6-7
• 12-hour night shifts (18:45–07:15), 3 shifts per week; 36 or 48 hours per week accepted
• Contract length of 13–26 weeks
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required to similar units and alternate care locations, including inpatient holding areas
• Charting via Epic (experience required); unit also uses Pyxis and SBAR communication
• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters
• Mid-contract consolidation to a centralized office with pre-assignment to units as needed may occur

• Active RN license — NC or compact state license required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg RN experience within the last 5 years
• Epic EMR experience required
• Required clinical skills: heparin drips, PCA management, colostomy care, feeding tube care and management, blood product administration, central line care/management, peripheral line care/management, phlebotomy, PICC line management, IV starts, dysrhythmia management, O2 protocol management, non-invasive airway management, isolation precautions/PPE, traumatic brain injury care, ortho trauma care, surgical drains, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleuravac), nasal cannula, oral suctioning, tracheostomy management, and wound care
• Must pass an EKG test prior to start
• Comfort with 1:6-7 patient ratios required

• ACLS certification preferred
• Preferred skills include interpretation of dysrhythmias, pre/post hemodialysis management, drip management, CVA care, pre/post neuro surgery care, and spinal cord injury management
• Unit orientation consists of 12 hours of unit-specific orientation and 16 hours of organizational education
• Navy scrubs required
• No RTO is permitted after booking; call-offs or additional RTO may result in contract cancellation
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years are required for consideration

American Traveler Job  #P-679847. 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

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.