American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: TravelAssignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical/Surgical unit position requiring at least 2 years of experience and Epic proficiency, with night shift scheduling and a mix of trauma and neurological patient cases.Details
- Hospital Medical/Surgical unit setting
- Patient population includes traumatic bone, joint, and soft tissue injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, neurological trauma, and subdural hematomas
- Patient ratios of 1:6-7 per nurse
- 12-hour night shifts (18:45-07:15), 36 or 48 hours per week
- Assigned to every other weekend
- Floating required to similar units and alternate care locations, including inpatient holding areas
- Epic EMR required; also uses Pyxis and SBAR communication framework
- Required skills include: heparin drips, PCA, colostomy care, feeding tube care and management, blood product administration, central line care/management, PICC line management, peripheral line care/management, IV starts, phlebotomy, management of dysrhythmias, O2 protocol management, non-invasive airway management, isolation precautions/PPE, traumatic brain injury care, ortho trauma, surgical drains, chest tubes (Emerson/Pleuravac), nasal cannula, oral suctioning, tracheostomy management, and wound care
- Preferred experience includes: ACLS, dysrhythmia interpretation, pre/post hemodialysis management, drip management, CVA, pre/post neuro surgery, and spinal cord injuriesRequirements
- Active NC or Compact RN license required (may be pending at time of consideration)
- Current BLS certification required
- ACLS preferred
- Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience within the last 5 years
- Epic EMR experience required
- Must be comfortable with 1:6-7 patient ratios
- Must pass an EKG test prior to start
- Two professional references from a manager or supervisor within the past 2 years required prior to start (pending at time of consideration is acceptable)Additional Information
- Unit orientation is 12 hours, followed by 16 hours of organizational education; orientation occurs weekly
- Approximately 8-10 hours of pre-start online modules are required annually (completed via online learning, Zoom, webinar, or in-person classes)
- Navy scrubs required
- No RTO is permitted during the first week of the assignment (orientation week); RTO requests on unit may result in cancellation
- Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
- Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and could be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters
- Former permanent, PRN, or EP employees of this health system must wait 12 months before being considered as a traveler; facility rehire approval is required
- Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but may be subject to a different pay rate
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Travel pairs are allowed; each traveler must have their own transportation and be comfortable with potentially different schedules
- Longer contracts beyond 13 weeks may be available for interested candidatesAmerican Traveler Job ID . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/SurgAbout American TravelerWith over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career. -