Travel MS​/Tele Float RN

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

• Specialty:
  Float
• 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 an RN for a Med/Surg/Tele Float Pool position supporting ED Holding, requiring 2 years of experience and a NC or compact RN license.

• Night shift, 3x12 hours (18:45-07:15), with 36 and 48 hour contracts accepted
• ED Holding unit located within the Emergency Department, caring for patients awaiting an inpatient bed with any medical/surgical adult diagnosis
• May also care for PCU level patients
• Expected to take MS/Tele cases and float to ED and Med Surg areas as needed
• Patient ratios of 1:6-1:7 for MS/Tele and 1:3-1:4 for PCU level patients
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirement
• Uses cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and other standard monitoring equipment
• Charting and communication via Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR
• 12-hour unit orientation provided

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current BLS and NIHSS certification required
• ACLS preferred
• 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Prior MS/Tele and ER holding experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required
• CPI certification preferred
• Must be able to keep up with a fast-paced unit and 1:6-7 ratios
• Skilled in IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, peripheral line care, and starting/maintaining IVs
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE, nasal cannula use, and non-invasive airway management
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Care for high-acuity, mixed-population patients boarding in the Emergency Department awaiting inpatient placement
• Must be able to float within or near the facility as needed
• Navy scrubs required
• Must be able to work holidays, including 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Maximum of 7 days RTO per contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week of assignment
• May be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters
• Travel pairs allowed if assigned to different units and disclosed at submission
• Local candidates accepted at a local rate within 50 miles of the facility
• Former Novant Health or New Hanover employees must wait 12 months before applying
• Current travel per diem clinicians must choose between travel or per diem status, not both
• First-time travelers may be considered given at least one prior travel assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-766384. 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 Float Pool

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.