```htmlJob Opportunity – Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN – North Carolina
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 36 or 48 hours per week; weekend requirement of 12-16 shifts per contract; floating required as needed
Highlights:
- Patient ratios of 1:5-6 on a 41-bed medical/surgical telemetry unit
- Care for diverse patient diagnoses including diabetes, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, GI bleed, hip fracture, and COVID-19
- Epic charting system with Pyxis medication management and SBAR communication protocols
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and physical therapy
- 13-20 week contract assignments accepted with 24 hours of unit orientation
- Required to participate in Storm Team/Hurricane Team for emergency preparedness
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg and Telemetry experience required
- Current BLS (BCLS) certification required
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
- North Carolina RN license or active Compact license
- Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV insulin protocols, heparin protocols, blood product administration, wound care/wound vac, central and peripheral line management, and non-invasive airway management
- Experience with feeding tube care, hemodialysis management, chest tubes, CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and isolation precautions
- Competency in phlebotomy, starting IVs, PICC line management, PCA pumps, and accessing ports preferred
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
- First-time travelers accepted; local candidates welcome
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work on a dynamic medical/surgical telemetry unit with a broad case mix and strong team support. You'll care for diverse patient populations while utilizing your critical thinking and telemetry skills in a supportive environment with comprehensive interdisciplinary resources. Join a team committed to delivering high-quality patient care with robust rapid response and specialty support services.
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