Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Wilmington, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Position Overview

The Inpatient Surgery Unit is seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) specialized in medical-surgical and telemetry nursing. This position offers the opportunity to provide compassionate care to patients who have undergone surgical procedures or are experiencing acute medical conditions.

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift (12 hours, 18:45 - 07:15)
• Contract Length: Options for 36 or 48 hours per week; longer contracts (13-26 weeks) are also accepted.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required.
• Floating: Required as needed.
• Ratios: 1:6 for surgical and medicine inpatient patients.
• Storm Team Requirement: Contract staff will be part of a Storm Team and may be required to report to work during catastrophic events or disasters.

Required Skills and Certifications

• BLS certification is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience is required, though first-time travelers with relevant experience will be considered.
• RNs must be comfortable managing patient ratios of 1:6.
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start for this specialty.

Patient Population and Diagnoses

Responsibility includes caring for patients with a diverse range of diagnoses, including but not limited to:

• Cellulitis
• Appendicitis
• Cholecystitis
• Motor Vehicle Accidents
• Gunshot and stabbing injuries
• Trauma from falls
• Various cancer treatments
• Kidney stones and bowel obstruction

Special Procedures and Equipment

The unit encompasses a variety of inpatient surgical procedures, including:

• Cholecystectomy
• Appendectomy
• Hernia Repair
• Ostomy Creation or Closure
• Wound Debridement
• Tumor Removal
• Kidney Stone Removal
• Amputations
• Fem Pop Bypass

Special equipment utilized in the unit includes:

• Wound Vacs
• Chest Tubes
• NG tubes/Corpak
• JP Drains
• Hemovac Drains
• Penrose Drains

Documentation and Communication Systems

Unit documentation and medication management will be conducted through:

• Pyxis
• EPIC
• SBAR communication model

Orientation and Dress Code

• Orientation will consist of 2 days of hospital training followed by 24 hours of floor training.
• Dress code for the unit requires scrubs to be all navy, or navy on the bottom and white on the top.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients in a fast-paced, rewarding environment!