Med Surg Tele
Medical-Surgical/Telemetry RN — Night Shift | Wilmington, NC
This 13-week contract places you on a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit caring for adult and geriatric patients. The unit manages a full medical-surgical census with telemetry monitoring, including patients requiring heparin drips, IV insulin protocols, and stepdown-level acuity managed by dedicated stepdown staff. Strong dysrhythmia interpretation and management skills are essential.
Shift & Schedule
- Nights: 18:45–07:15 (3×12-hour shifts)
- Every other weekend required
- Float required as needed
- Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
Contract Details
- Duration: 13 weeks (longer contracts up to 26 weeks considered)
- 36- or 48-hour contracts accepted
- First-time travelers welcome
- Up to 7 days RTO pre-approved (excluding holidays); no additional RTO requests after signing
- Staff may be assigned to a Storm/Hurricane Team and required to report during declared emergencies or disaster events
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license (NC or Compact; pending accepted for submission)
- BLS certification
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start
Preferred
- Charge nurse experience
Clinical Skills
Blood product administration, heparin and IV insulin drip management, dysrhythmia interpretation, PCA, wound care/wound vac, peripheral IV care, isolation precautions
Orientation & Compliance
- 24-hour unit orientation; week-one hospital orientation with daily classes required
- Pre-start online modules must be completed before day one
Scrubs: Navy
Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered). COVID-19 vaccine not required.