Travel Medical Surgical RN

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:
  
  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 RN for an Ortho Trauma/General Surgery unit requiring 2 years of relevant experience and a NC or compact RN license.

• Medical Surgical unit specializing in Ortho Trauma/General Surgery
• Patient population includes severe bone, joint, and soft tissue injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, neurological trauma/nerve damage, and subdural hematomas
• Night shift, 3x12 hours, 18:45-07:15
• 36 or 48 hour contracts accepted, 13-26 week contract lengths considered
• Patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to similar units and alternate care locations, including inpatient holding areas
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR charting systems
• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and may be required to work during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters

• Active NC or compact RN license required (pending license/certs OK for consideration)
• BLS certification required, ACLS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Ortho/Neuro/Trauma experience required
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Experience with 1:5-6 patient ratios required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, central line and PICC line management, and peripheral line care
• Respiratory skills including chest tube management, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy care, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with colostomy/ileostomy and feeding tube care
• Neurological/psychiatric skills including CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury care preferred
• Medication administration experience with Heparin and PCA
• Cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia management skills
• Wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE knowledge
• Pre/post hemodialysis management and surgical drain care preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Provide direct patient care for orthopedic, trauma, and general surgery patients with complex neurological and musculoskeletal conditions
• 12 hour unit orientation plus 16 hour organizational education required
• Pre-start modules (8-10 hours for acute care roles) must be completed before start and annually
• Scrub colors limited to navy or white
• First-time travelers are accepted for this role
• Former Novant Health/New Hanover PERM, PRN, or EP employees must wait 12 months before applying and must disclose prior employment details for facility approval
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved if not falling on a holiday; no RTO allowed during the first week of assignment
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs are allowed if assigned to different units and disclosed at submission
• Local candidates within 50 miles are accepted at a lower rate

American Traveler Job  #P-766378. 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

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.