Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Wilmington, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg position requiring Epic proficiency and charge nurse capability on night shifts.

Details

• Acute care hospital Med/Surg unit with a daily census of approximately 43 patients
• Adult and geriatric general Med/Surg patient population
• Patient ratio of 1:6–7
• 12-hour night shifts, 18:45–07:15
• 36 or 48 hours per week accepted
• Charge nurse role is required for night shift travelers
• Procedures performed include insulin drips, heparin drips, wound vac dressing changes, high flow oxygen, and occasional short-term BiPap with respiratory support
• No PCU-level patients on this unit
• EMR: Epic (experience required); additional systems include Pyxis and SBAR communication
• Every other weekend required
• On-call required for pre-scheduled call shifts
• Floating required to similar units and alternate care locations, including inpatient holding areas
• Contract length of 13–26 weeks accepted
• Navy scrubs required; not provided by the facility

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current BLS certification required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must be proficient with insulin and heparin drips
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• CPI certification preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• Travelers will be assigned to an Inclement Weather Team and may be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters such as storms or hurricanes — unit consolidation or reassignment may occur mid-contract
• May occasionally care for COVID-positive patients
• Holiday coverage is required
• No RTO is permitted after booking; any call-offs may result in contract cancellation
• Orientation is 24 hours
• BiPap support is limited and short-term; no additional training is required and is appropriate for all Med/Surg nurses