RN - MedSurg

Details

Client Name
Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center Rapid Response

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
MedSurg

Job ID
38111613

Weekly Pay
$2538.09


Shift Details

Shift
4X12 Nights

Scheduled Hours
48


Job Order Details

Start Date
10/19/2026

End Date
01/18/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team in a dynamic medical-surgical environment. The ideal candidate will possess the necessary skills and certifications to provide high-quality patient care while adhering to protocols and best practices.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in a medical-surgical setting.
• Experience with telemetry, remote monitoring, and managing dysrhythmias.
• Proficient in the use of Rapid Response Teams.
• Knowledge of IV insulin protocols and colostomy care.
• Expertise in feeding tube care & management.
• Pre/Post Hemodialysis Management and blood product administration experience.
• Central line blood draw, peripheral line care/management, and phlebotomy skills.
• PICC line management and starting IVs competencies.
• Experience with Heparin, PCA, and chest tube management (Emerson/Pleuravac).
• Ability to perform non-invasive airway management and oral suctioning.
• Familiarity with oxygen delivery systems and isolation precautions.
• Wound care, including Wound Vac management.

Certifications: BCLS required.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience in MS/Tele and telemetry monitoring.
• Management of dysrhythmias and understanding of CVA protocols.
• Proficient in accessing ports and interpreting ABGs.
• Experience with tracheostomy management.
• Familiarity with the EPIC documentation system.

Work Environment

Contract staff may be assigned to work within Storm Teams and/or Hurricane Teams and could be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualties, or disasters. There may also be a need for consolidation to a centralized office mid-contract, with potential reassignments as needed.

Scheduling and Orientation

• Target nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5-6.
• Shifts are 12 hours, primarily nights, with options for 36 or 48-hour work weeks, and a commitment of 13-26 weeks.
• RTO allowed is a maximum of 7 days; floating between units is required.
• Weekend shifts required are 12-16 per contract.
• Orientation includes a 24-hour unit orientation followed by a hospital orientation in the first week, where travelers must be available for daily classes.

Patient Population

Typical patient diagnoses include dementia, diabetes, COVID-19, pneumonia, COPD, sepsis, encephalopathy, GI bleed, anemia, and hip fractures. The unit also has an isolation area designated for COVID-19 patients, with multi-level care that includes step-down units.

Dress Code

Standard scrubs required are navy and white.

Additional Requirements

All nursing staff must pass EKG testing prior to commencement in this specialty.


Client Details

Address
2131 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

State
NC

Zip Code
28401