Travel Med Surg RN - $1,801 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location

Wilmington, NC

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts (3x12, 36–48 hours per week) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for a Medical Surgical unit population including orthopedic trauma, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, subdural hematoma, and neurological conditions
• Manage heparin drips, PCA, blood product administration, and other IV therapies including central lines, PICC lines, and peripheral lines
• Perform colostomy care, feeding tube care and management, wound care, surgical drain management, and chest tube management (Emerson/Pleuravac)
• Monitor and manage cardiac dysrhythmias, oxygen protocol, and non-invasive airway management including tracheostomy management and oral suctioning
• Document patient care accurately using Epic; utilize Pyxis for medication management and apply SBAR communication standards
• Float to similar units and alternate care locations as needed; participate in storm, hurricane, or disaster response teams as required

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (NC or Compact)
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical RN experience within the last 5 years
• BLS certification (current)
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record documentation
• Ability to manage patient ratios of 1:5–6
• 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, offering an excellent opportunity to launch your travel nursing career in a dynamic Medical Surgical environment
• Work within a well-structured unit utilizing established systems and protocols with a defined orientation period to set you up for success

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #767606. 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: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

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