Travel Contract

PICU RN
Fayetteville, NC
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus

$2,180/week

Posted 2 days ago

Overview

Start Date11/30/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,180/week

Benefits

Guaranteed Hours
Relocation bonus
Retention bonus
Weekly pay
Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
401k retirement plan
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 - PICU

Location: Fayetteville, North Carolina Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Day, 3x12 hours (7:00 to 19:00) Hours: 36 per week (12 per day) Facility: Short-term acute care, Level III Trauma Center / Teaching Hospital, 733 staffed beds Scrub Color: Royal blue and white

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care (2 years of experience)
PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care experience within the last year
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association
BLS issued by American Heart Association
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support issued by American Heart Association
NIHSS
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience with Epic

Assignment Details

Ratio: 1:2-3
Float within scope to other like units as facility needs require
Weekends: every other weekend
On-call: not required
Guaranteed hours: a call-off policy of 2 shifts per 13-week assignment applies; once met, all contracted shifts are guaranteed
COVID-19 vaccine not required for employment

Policies and Restrictions

Locals not accepted (50-mile radius rule from the main campus)
Pending licenses not accepted
First-time travelers not preferred; accepted at manager discretion based on years of experience
Return as a traveler requires 1 year away from the system
Contract limit of 2 contracts (one extension only); after that, 6 months away are required before returning
RTO restrictions at manager's discretion

Pre-Start Requirements

Badge photo sent as soon as the candidate signs (professional, passport-style, solid background)
Facility-specific documents reviewed and signed before start, including the RN job description
Physical, immunization, and TB documentation submitted before start

Employer

Wayward Medical

About

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

Response timewithin an hour

Travel jobs$1,005–3,623/week

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About Fayetteville, NC

As a Travel Pediatric Intensive Care Nurse in Fayetteville, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Fayetteville's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 89°F, and average lows are around 69°F.
In winter, average highs are around 54°F, and average lows are around 32°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Fayetteville and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Fayetteville is car-friendly, with most residents relying on private vehicles.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.

Demographics

Fayetteville has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include obesity and related conditions.
There is a sizable population of travel nurses due to the presence of military medical facilities.

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