Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Wilmington, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Wilmington, NC
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location

Wilmington, NC

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts | 36 or 48 Hours Per Week | Every Other Weekend Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for a medical-surgical population including patients with orthopedic trauma, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, subdural hematomas, and neurological conditions
• Manage heparin drips, PCA, blood product administration, and central/peripheral/PICC line care
• Perform wound care, colostomy care, feeding tube management, chest tube management, tracheostomy management, and oral suctioning
• Monitor and manage cardiac dysrhythmias, oxygen protocols, and non-invasive airway management
• Document patient care accurately using Epic; utilize Pyxis and SBAR communication standards
• Float to similar units and alternate care locations as needed; participate in storm, hurricane, or disaster response teams as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (NC or Compact)
• Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical RN experience within the last 5 years
• BLS certification required
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record documentation
• Ability to manage patient ratios of 1:6–7
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification and proficiency in dysrhythmia interpretation
• Experience with pre/post hemodialysis management and drip management
• Background in CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, or spinal cord injury care

Why Join Us

• First-time travelers are welcome, making this an excellent opportunity to launch your travel nursing career in a dynamic acute care environment
• Work with a specialized medical-surgical team managing complex, high-acuity patient populations in a supportive clinical setting