Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Neuro – North Carolina
Start Date: October 12, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants (local candidates within 50 miles may receive different rate)
Schedule: 36 or 48 hours per week; 12-16 weekend shifts per contract; manager-created schedules; flexible blocked scheduling may be accommodated upon request
Highlights:
- Medical Surgical Neuro unit with patient ratio of 1:5-6
- Contract length of 13-26 weeks accepted
- Epic charting system with Pyxis medication management
- Two orientation shifts on unit following hospital-based orientation
- Patient population includes neurosurgical procedures and neurological diagnoses
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, rapid response, pharmacy, and therapy services
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of registered nursing experience
- Active North Carolina or Compact state RN license (pending license acceptable for submission)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- ACLS, CPI, and NIHSS certifications required or preferred
- NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
- Neuro experience strongly preferred
- Skills required: telemetry, IV management, CVA care, isolation precautions, peripheral line care, non-invasive airway management
- Epic charting system experience preferred
- Must be available to work Storm Team/Hurricane Team assignments during catastrophic events
- Willingness to float within facility as needed
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work with a specialized neurosurgical patient population in a supportive environment with robust interdisciplinary resources. The facility provides flexibility with scheduling preferences and offers both 13 and 26-week contract options to meet your professional goals. You'll gain valuable experience in neuro nursing while working alongside dedicated healthcare professionals committed to delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic acute care setting.
Additional Information:
- Maximum of 7 days requested time off allowed (no holidays or first week); must work 2 of 3 major holidays
- Pre-start online modules required (approximately 8-10 hours, non-billable)
- Navy scrubs provided
- Former employees must wait 12 months before applying
- Travel pairs allowed on different units
- Lab work must be completed within 48 hours after signing