Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse - $1,786 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: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring at least 2 years of experience, EKG proficiency, and night shift availability.

Details

• Hospital Med/Surg Tele unit setting
• Medical/surgical patient population
• Patient ratio of 1:6-7
• Night shift only, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating to similar units is expected approximately once per week
• Uses Epic for documentation, Pyxis for medication dispensing, and SBAR for communication
• Heparin drips (gtts) administered on this unit
• 13–26 week contracts accepted

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required (may be pending at time of consideration)
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of relevant RN experience required
• Med/Surg experience required
• Proficiency with Heparin and Insulin administration required
• Must pass an EKG test for this specialty
• Two professional references from a manager or supervisor within the past 2 years required prior to start

Additional Information

• 24-hour unit orientation provided, with weekly orientation schedule
• 8–10 hours of pre-start online modules required for this acute care role
• Must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• No time off (RTO) is permitted during the first week of assignment due to orientation; RTO up to 7 days may be approved if it does not fall on a holiday
• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and may be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters
• Unit consolidation to a centralized office may occur mid-contract, with staff reassigned to units as needed
• Candidates who have previously worked for Novant Health or New Hanover as permanent, PRN, or EP staff must wait 12 months before being considered as a traveler; facility rehire approval is required
• Travel pairs are welcome, but each traveler must have their own transportation and be comfortable with potentially different schedules
• Candidates located within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but may be subject to a different pay rate
• Navy scrubs required

American Traveler Job ID #P-711337. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.

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