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: 3

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift inpatient surgical unit requiring 2 years of surgical unit experience and comfort with 1:6 ratios.

• Inpatient Surgery Unit combining adult medical surgical and surgical stepdown acuity
• Night shift, 3x12 hours (6:45pm-7:15am)
• 36 or 48 hour contracts accepted, 13-26 week contract lengths considered
• Patient ratio of 1:6 for surgical/medicine inpatient floor
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required as needed within or near the facility
• No on-call requirements
• Wide range of patient diagnoses including post-surgical and trauma cases such as cellulitis, appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, MVAs, gunshot wounds, stabbings, falls, cancers, kidney stones, bowel obstruction, peripheral vascular disease, limb ischemia, hernia, and gangrene
• Involves a wide range of inpatient surgical and trauma procedures including cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hernia repair, TURP, ostomy creation/closure, wound debridement, tumor removal, kidney stone removal, amputations, and fem pop bypass
• Uses specialized equipment including wound vacs, chest tubes, NG tube/Corpak, JP drains, hemovac drains, and Penrose drains
• Utilizes Pyxis, EPIC, and SBAR communication systems

• Active NC or Compact RN license
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of surgical unit experience required
• Must be comfortable with 1:6 patient ratios
• Experience with wound care/wound vac management
• Experience with chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur Evac)
• Experience with IV therapy, central line, PICC line, and peripheral line care
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and rapid response/code team protocols
• Experience with feeding tube care and heparin protocols/PCA management preferred
• Trauma Level II and charge nurse experience preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Provide direct patient care for a combination acuity adult medical surgical and surgical stepdown unit
• 2 days of hospital orientation plus 24 hours of floor training
• Scrub requirement: all navy or navy bottoms with white top
• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and could be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters
• RTO of 7 days or less may be auto-approved if it does not fall on a holiday; no RTO allowed during the first week of assignment
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• First-time travelers will be considered if experienced
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower pay rate
• Travel pairs are allowed if assigned to different units and disclosed at submission
• Former Novant Health or New Hanover PERM/PRN/EP employees must wait 12 months before reapplying as a traveler

American Traveler Job  #P-771470. 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.