```htmlJob Opportunity – Registered Nurse / Medical-Surgical Neuro – North Carolina
Start Date: November 23, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM. Contract options available for 36 or 48 hours per week. Contract lengths from 13 to 26 weeks accepted. Weekend requirement of 12-16 shifts per contract. Floating required within the facility.
Highlights:
- Dedicated neurology unit focused on neurosurgical procedures and neurological diagnoses
- Patient ratios of 1:5-6 for optimal care delivery
- Epic charting system with Pyxis medication dispensing and SBAR communication protocols
- Comprehensive 2-shift unit orientation following hospital-based onboarding
- Robust interdisciplinary support including IV teams, rapid response, pharmacy, respiratory services, and more
- First-time travelers welcome with minimum 2 years of RN experience
Requirements:
- Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state license accepted)
- BLS certification required
- ACLS, CPI, and NIHSS certifications preferred
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
- Neuro experience preferred
- Must pass EKG testing prior to contract start date
- Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
- Skills in telemetry, IV management, pre/post neurosurgery care, CVA management, and dysrhythmia interpretation preferred
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers specialized experience in neurological nursing within a supportive, well-resourced environment. With comprehensive interdisciplinary teams and state-of-the-art systems, you'll deliver high-quality care to adult patients requiring neurosurgical and neurological interventions. The unit maintains a 36-bed capacity with excellent staffing ratios, allowing you to develop advanced clinical skills while making a meaningful impact on patient recovery and outcomes.
Additional Information:
- Contract staff may be assigned to Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team during catastrophic events
- Pre-approved time off available (up to 7 days, no holidays included); must work 2 of 3 major holidays
- Navy scrubs provided
- Pre-start online modules required (approximately 8-10 hours, completed using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge)
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