Travel MS/Tele RN - $1,963 per week

GHR Healthcare 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: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Med/Surg Telemetry Travel Nurse RN – 13-Week Contract in Wilmington, North Carolina Join an experienced acute-care team as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse in Wilmington, NC. This travel nursing job offers adult and geriatric patient care, telemetry monitoring, and valuable medical-surgical experience in a collaborative, well-supported hospital environment. Wilmington offers a welcoming coastal lifestyle with historic charm, riverfront scenery, nearby beaches, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. Travel Registered Nurse Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,750–$1,840 Healthcare Setting: Acute-care medical-surgical telemetry Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: November 9, 2026 Nursing Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m. Weekly Hours: 36 hours; 48-hour contracts may also be accepted Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics with medical-surgical diagnoses Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:5–6 Orientation: 24 hours, including required onboarding classes during the first week Technology: Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR communication Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Additional Expectations: Float as needed and participate in emergency, storm, or disaster response assignments when required Time-Off Guidelines: Up to 7 days of pre-approved time off may be considered; no time off during the first week, and holiday availability is required Med/Surg Telemetry RN Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a valid Compact license, with eligibility to practice by the start date At least 2 years of recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Successful completion of EKG testing before the start date Demonstrated ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias and cardiac monitoring Experience with heparin protocols or intravenous heparin infusions, insulin drips, blood product administration, and non-invasive airway management Proficiency with isolation precautions, IV therapy, PCA management, wound care, and wound vacuum therapy Epic charting experience preferred Previous charge experience preferred; first-time travel nurses are welcome to apply Ability to work night shifts, meet weekend and holiday requirements, and adapt to floating assignments Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric medical-surgical patients requiring telemetry monitoring Assess patient conditions, recognize changes in cardiac rhythm or clinical status, and initiate timely interventions Safely administer medications and manage therapies, including heparin and insulin infusions, according to established protocols Perform medication administration, IV line care, blood product administration, wound care, and other relevant bedside procedures Use Epic for accurate, timely documentation and communicate patient information using SBAR Apply infection prevention practices and appropriate personal protective equipment when caring for patients in isolation Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary partners, including respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rehabilitation, and rapid response teams Support safe patient transitions through thorough handoffs, discharge education, and coordination of care Maintain flexibility to float within or near the assigned care area and support operations during high-volume or emergency events Apply now for this Med/Surg Telemetry travel nurse opportunity in Wilmington, North Carolina, and join a dedicated acute-care healthcare team. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 527772. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg Tele About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.