Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and an NC or compact RN license.

• Med/Surg Tele unit caring for a multi-level patient population including an isolation area for COVID patients
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts (18:45-07:15), 3x12 schedule
• 36 or 48 hour contracts accepted
• Every other weekend required
• Patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Floating required as needed
• Uses Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR for medication, documentation, and communication
• May be assigned to a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events or disasters

• Active RN license (NC or Compact)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, peripheral line care, heparin protocols, PCA, cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, isolation precautions/PPE, wound care/wound vac, and insulin drip titration
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Provide direct patient care in a Med/Surg Tele setting including non-invasive airway management and respiratory care
• Unit orientation is 24 hours with hospital orientation and daily classes during week one
• Navy scrubs required
• Pre-start modules (approximately 8-10 hours for acute care roles) must be completed prior to start and annually
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• RTO up to 7 days may be auto-approved excluding holidays; no RTO allowed during the first week of assignment
• Travel pairs allowed if placed on different units and disclosed at time of consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a local rate
• Previous Novant Health or New Hanover employees (perm, PRN, or EP) must wait 12 months before reapplying, with facility approval required

American Traveler Job  #P-746888. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

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.