MS/Telemetry RN - ED Holding Support
Wilmington, NC
Wayward Medical
4x12 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus
$2,412/weekOverview
- Start Date08/03/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Retention bonus
- Weekly pay
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Relocation bonus
- Medical benefits
- Vision benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Discount program
Description
There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.
Most of them can submit you to a job.
The difference is what happens after you click apply.
At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.
We do the boring stuff well.
We answer fast.
We tell the truth.
We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.
And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.
We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.
We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.
That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.
Our rule is simple:
No one gets burned.
If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.
We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.
Registered Nurse - MS/Tele (Travel/Contract)
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Overview
- Position in an Emergency Department (ED) Holding Support unit within the float pool.
- Patients are adults with any medical/surgical diagnosis, including PCU level patients.
- Responsibilities include caring for MS/Telemetry patients and floating to ED and MedSurg areas as needed.
- Target nurse-to-patient ratios: 1:6 for MS/Tele patients, 1:4 for PCU level patients.
- Shift: Day shift, 4 shifts of 12 hours each (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM), totaling 48 hours per week.
- Weekend requirement: Every other weekend.
- Maximum Return to Office (RTO) after booking: 7 days (no working out RTO onsite).
- Contract staff may be required to participate in Storm/Hurricane Teams or disaster response.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Preferred Qualifications
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
- IV insulin protocols.
- Pre/Post hemodialysis management.
- Accessing ports and central line blood draws.
- Starting IVs.
- Experience with CVA, neuro surgery, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic trauma, total joint replacements.
- Wound care and wound vac management.
Orientation & Training
- Unit orientation: 12 hours.
- Must pass Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam within 72 hours of start (minimum 82% score required, up to 3 attempts allowed).
- Medication/pharmacology competency exam required as applicable.
- Color blindness testing required within 1 year prior to start.
- Background checks required within 90 days prior to start, including local, federal, national criminal databases, sex offender search, and education verification.
- Physical exam within 1 year of start (or within 30 days if past positive TB).
- Fit mask testing (N95 or PAPR training) required within 1 year prior to start.
- Drug screening within 30 days prior to start (10-panel, negative result required).
- Immunizations and titers required: Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (with facility-specific declination if applicable).
- Negative TB test or chest x-ray per protocol.
- Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season.
Scheduling & Work Environment
- Manager schedules shifts.
- Scrubs color: Navy.
- Unit uses Pyxis for medication dispensing, Epic for documentation, and SBAR for communication.
- Standard equipment includes cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and other monitoring systems.
- High acuity, mixed patient population with high turnover.
Additional Requirements
- Must complete facility-specific education modules and compliance training prior to start.
- Must complete confidentiality agreement, tobacco-free campus acknowledgement, and hospital policies acknowledgment.
- Must provide a passport-style photo on a white background for badge creation immediately after signing contract.
- May be required to complete crisis prevention training (CPI/MOAB) if assigned to ER or behavioral health units.
- References: 2 professional references within 3 years for travel/per diem acute care RNs.
- Employment application must be uploaded.
Important Notes
- No Return to Office (RTO) allowed after booking; call-offs or additional RTO may result in contract cancellation.
- Candidates will be interviewed due to high turnover and acuity.
- Contract staff may be reassigned mid-contract based on facility needs.
This position is ideal for experienced Registered Nurses comfortable with telemetry, emergency department holding units, and floating across medical-surgical and ED areas.
Employer
Wayward Medical
Wayward Sounds...
Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.
Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.
We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.
Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.
Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.
Built for travelers who want:
- Rural adventure
- A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
- A career that feels meaningful
About Wilmington, NC
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Wilmington, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Wilmington is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.
- Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.
- Wilmington has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen from the many trees and plants in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Wilmington.
- Wilmington offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic downtown area, visiting museums, enjoying fresh seafood at local restaurants, and engaging in outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing.
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