Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $2,405 per week

American Traveler 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: 09/28/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Med/Surg Tele RN with 2 years of experience and NC or compact RN licensure for a night shift hospital position. Details Med/Surg Telemetry unit with multi-level care including stepdown coverage Patient population includes dementia, diabetes, COVID, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, encephalopathy, GI bleed, anemia, and hip fracture cases Isolation area maintained for COVID patients Target patient ratio of 1:5-6 Night shift, 4x12 hours (18:45-7:15) 36 or 48 hours per week accepted 13-20 week contracts accepted Floating required within or near the facility Weekend requirement of 12-16 shifts per contract Uses Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR communication systems May be assigned to Storm Team or Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events or mass casualty situations Requirements Active NC or compact RN license (pending acceptable at submission) BLS certification required Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required Epic charting experience preferred Skills required: Med/Surg and telemetry remote monitoring, Rapid Response Team utilization, dysrhythmia interpretation, IV insulin protocols, colostomy care, feeding tube management, pre/post hemodialysis management, blood product administration, central line blood draws, peripheral line care, phlebotomy, PICC line management, IV starts, heparin and PCA administration, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleuravac), CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management, oral suctioning, oxygen therapy, isolation precautions, and wound care/wound vac Preferred skills include dysrhythmia management, on-unit telemetry monitoring, port access, insulin titration, CVA care, surgical drain management, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy management Must pass EKG testing prior to start Two professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required (pending acceptable at submission) Additional Information Provide comprehensive Med/Surg Telemetry care including cardiac monitoring, respiratory support, and wound management 24-hour unit orientation plus a week of hospital orientation with mandatory daily class attendance Navy/white scrub color requirement First-time travelers welcome to apply Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower rate Former Novant Health or New Hanover employees (perm/PRN/EP) must wait 12 months before applying and disclose employment history for facility approval Current travel per diem clinicians must choose between per diem or travel status, not both Travel pairs allowed if assigned to different units and disclosed at submission Up to 7 days RTO auto-approved if not falling on a holiday; no RTO permitted during first week of assignment Must work 2 of 3 major holidays Pre-start modules required (approximately 8-10 hours for acute care roles), completed online prior to start and annually American Traveler Job ID P-747328. 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: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele About American Traveler With 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.