Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,975 per week in Wilmington, NC

This unit cares for a wide range of surgical and trauma patients with diagnoses including appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds, various cancers, kidney stones, bowel obstructions, peripheral vascular disease, and more. This position offers excellent interdisciplinary collaboration with comprehensive support services, modern equipment and technology, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' surgical recovery journeys.

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401!

Job Opportunity – Medical-Surgical / Telemetry RN – North Carolina

Start Date: November 2, 2026

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM), 36 or 48 hours per week. Every other weekend required. No call. Float as needed within facility.

Highlights:

• Inpatient surgical unit serving a diverse patient population including trauma, surgical, and medical patients
• Combination acuity unit with surgical stepdown capabilities
• Patient ratio of 1:6 for medical-surgical and surgical inpatient care
• Epic charting system with comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
• Contract lengths of 13-26 weeks accepted
• Comprehensive 24-hour floor training following initial orientation

Requirements:

• Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state license)
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of medical-surgical or telemetry experience (experienced first-time travelers considered)
• Must be comfortable managing 1:6 patient ratios
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Experience with surgical patients, telemetry monitoring, and interpretation of dysrhythmias
• Competency with wound vacs, chest tubes, surgical drains, central lines, and various IV management

Patient Population & Clinical Experience:

This unit cares for a wide range of surgical and trauma patients with diagnoses including appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, motor vehicle accidents, gunshot wounds, various cancers, kidney stones, bowel obstructions, peripheral vascular disease, and more. Procedures include cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hernia repair, ostomy care, wound debridement, tumor removal, amputations, and fem-pop bypass surgeries.

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a dynamic surgical team where you'll develop advanced clinical skills across a broad spectrum of surgical and trauma care. This position offers excellent interdisciplinary collaboration with comprehensive support services, modern equipment and technology, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' surgical recovery journeys. The facility provides thorough orientation and values teamwork, making it an ideal environment for experienced nurses looking to expand their expertise in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Note: Contract staff may be assigned to Storm Team/Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events or disasters. Flexibility with floating and unit assignments may be required based on facility needs.