Travel Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse - $2,608 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing 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: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical / Telemetry (ED Holding / Float Pool)

Location

Wilmington, NC

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | 36–48 hours per week | Every other weekend required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for adult medical/surgical patients in an ED inpatient holding area while awaiting inpatient bed placement
• Monitor and manage telemetry, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias via on-unit and remote monitoring
• Float to Emergency Department and Medical/Surgical areas as needed, including care of PCU-level patients
• Manage a variety of clinical needs including blood product administration, PICC/peripheral line care, chest tubes, CPAP/BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy management
• Utilize Rapid Response Teams and maintain proficiency with standard unit equipment including cardiac monitors and IV pumps
• Document using Epic, communicate via SBAR, and administer medications via Pyxis

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina or a Compact state
• Minimum 2 years of Medical/Surgical Telemetry nursing experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, insulin and heparin administration, isolation precautions, and respiratory support modalities
• Ability to float within and near the facility and work every other weekend

Preferred Experience / Skills

• NIHSS certification; experience with CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injuries, or traumatic brain injury
• Experience with IV insulin protocols, pre/post hemodialysis management, port access, and central line blood draws
• Background in orthopedic trauma, total joint replacements, or wound care/wound VAC
• Experience starting IVs and managing complex wound care

Why Join Us

• Gain diverse clinical experience in a high-acuity float pool environment supporting both ED holding and Medical/Surgical patient populations
• Work within a structured team setting with defined orientation and scheduling support

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #755877. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Tele

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others