Travel MS​/Tele 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:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele night shift position requiring 2 years of experience and floating to multiple units.

• Med/Surg Tele unit in a hospital setting
• Patient diagnoses include diabetes, dementia, COVID, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, encephalopathy, GI bleed, anemia, hip fracture, CHF, UTI, renal failure, hypertension, cellulitis, failure to thrive, and various surgical recovery cases
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift, 3x12 hours,
• 36 or 48 hour contracts accepted, 13-26 week assignments
• Every other weekend required
• No call required
• Floating required to other MS units and to the main campus approximately 32 minutes away
• Uses Pyxis, EPIC, and SBAR communication systems

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required
• 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Charge experience preferred
• Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, telemetry monitoring, and rapid response/code team protocols
• Experience with wound care/wound vac, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, phlebotomy, and IV starts/maintenance
• Experience managing chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with blood product administration, insulin, heparin, and PCA pumps
• Experience with bowel obstruction care, colostomy/ileostomy management, and feeding tube care
• Experience with pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care
• Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending acceptable at submission)
• State Board of Nursing License Verification and NURSYS Verification required within 30 days of submission

• Provide direct patient care including monitoring, medication administration, and coordination with the care team for a medically complex patient population
• 24 hours of unit orientation provided
• Navy blue or white scrubs required
• Must be able to work holidays, including 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Maximum 7 days RTO per contract, with no RTO allowed during the first week due to orientation
• No blocked scheduling requests accepted except for weekend blocks (Fri-Mon)
• May be assigned to a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events or disasters
• First time travelers accepted
• Travel pairs allowed with independent transportation and differing schedules
• Local candidates accepted at a local rate within 50 miles of the facility
• Previous PERM/PRN/EP employees of this health system must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-770175. 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.