Med Surg Tele

Med/Surg Telemetry RN — Night Shift | Wilmington, NC

This 26-week travel contract places you on an adult and geriatric Med/Surg Telemetry unit managing a general medical-surgical patient population. The unit operates at a consistent daily census and supports nurses with a full interdisciplinary team including respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response, and social services.

Shift & Schedule

• Night shift: 12-hour shifts, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage required (must work 2 of 3 major holidays)
• Call required as needed
• 36- and 48-hour weekly contracts accepted

Clinical Scope

• Adult and geriatric Med/Surg patient population
• Heparin drips and high-flow nasal cannula management
• Occasional short-term BiPAP support with respiratory oversight (no additional training required)
• EKG interpretation required; must pass EKG test prior to start
• No PCU-level patients on this unit

Float Requirements

Floating is required within skill set to like units, including inpatient boarding in the ED. Travelers are expected to float before core staff members.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• BLS required; CPI preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred for night shift travelers
• NC or Compact RN license required (pending acceptable at submission)
• First-time travelers welcome

Additional Details

• Scrubs: Navy and white
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Monthly unit team meetings required; additional early-morning meeting for night shift staff
• Storm/hurricane team participation may be required
• Strict call-off policy enforced

Start Date: November 9, 2026