Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Registered Nurse (RN) - MS/Telemetry
Job Description
We are seeking a qualified Registered Nurse to join our team in the Medical/Surgical and Telemetry unit. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing patients with various diagnoses and will be proficient in the required skills and certifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for patients with conditions such as dementia, diabetes, COVID-19, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, encephalopathy, GI bleed, anemia, and hip fractures.
- Perform nursing duties including IV insulin protocols, colostomy care, feeding tube management, and pre/post hemodialysis management.
- Administer blood products and perform central line blood draws.
- Manage peripheral line care, phlebotomy, and PICC line management.
- Start IVs, administer Heparin, and manage PCA and chest tubes.
- Utilize non-invasive airway management tools including CPAP/BiPAP and high-flow nasal cannula.
- Implement isolation precautions and provide wound care, including wound vac management.
Required Skills and Certifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a nursing role.
- Experience in Medical/Surgical and Telemetry settings.
- Proficient in interpreting dysrhythmias and management of dysrhythmias.
- Knowledge of telemetry – remote monitoring and on-unit monitoring.
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Preferred Skills and Certifications
- Experience with accessing ports and managing insulin protocols.
- Knowledge of cerebrovascular accident (CVA) protocols, surgical drains, and interpretation of arterial blood gases (ABGs).
- Experience with tracheostomy management.
- Familiarity with Epic EMR system.
Job Details
- Patient to nurse ratios target: 1:5-6
- Shift: 12-hour days (36 or 48 hours accepted)
- Contracts available for 13-20 weeks
- Contract staff may be required to participate in Storm Team or Hurricane Team efforts during catastrophic events.
- Floating among units may be required based on facility needs.
- Weekend commitments of approximately 12-16 shifts per contract may be expected.
Additional Information
- Unit orientation is 24 hours, and hospital orientation will occur in the first week.
- The candidate must pass EKG testing prior to starting in this specialty.
- Scrubs attire: Navy and white.
Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #37766214. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN MS / Tele
About Wellspring Nurse Source
Wellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.
Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.
We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.
If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.