Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN
Wilmington, NC
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Nights
Relocation Bonus

$2,130/week

Posted Today

Overview

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

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,130/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 – Labor and Delivery (High-Risk)

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina Employment type: Travel/Contract Contract length: 13 weeks Start: Not stated

Shift and Schedule

Shift: Night, 3x12 hours (18:45 to 07:15), 36 hours per week
Additional hours: 36 or 48 hours can be offered
Ratio: 1:2
Weekends: Every third weekend
RTO: 7 days maximum
Unit orientation: 24 hours
Scrubs: Ceil blue, provided

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Labor and Delivery experience (2 years)
Labor and Delivery experience within the last year
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure)
EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring)
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience working with High Risk Labor and Delivery patients
Experience working with Neonate patients
Experience working with Infant patients
Experience with IUPC and FSE placement
Experience with amnioinfusions
Experience circulating for C-sections
Experience with cesarean section
Experience managing postpartum hemorrhage
Experience with pregnancy induced hypertension
Experience with multiple births

Unit and Assignment Details

Unit: Women's Services – Labor & Delivery, with 14 rooms and an average daily census of 15
Volume: Approximately 350 deliveries per month; regional Level III care; fast-paced unit with 2 patient loads
Patient mix: Antepartum (up to 5 patients per shift), laboring patients, primary and repeat C-sections, preterm labor, preeclampsia, postpartum hemorrhage, intrauterine fetal demise, and cytotec, Foley, or Pitocin inductions
Floating: Yes, to Mother/Baby care; specific locations and distances not provided
Reassignment: Contract staff may be reassigned to other units as needed
Census surges: Ratios may be higher during times of increased census
COVID: May be required to care for COVID patients
Emergency duties: Assigned to and expected to work Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team; may be required to report during a catastrophic event, mass casualty, or disaster
Possible change: Consolidation to a centralized office mid-contract may occur
Coverage: Hospitalist and anesthesia coverage in-house 24/7; NP and CRNA coverage in-house 24/7; MFM consults available
Support services: Interpretation, pharmacy, radiology, rapid response teams, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary
Systems: Pyxis (medication), Epic (documentation), SBAR (communication)
Equipment: Magnesium and insulin drips, Bakri balloon, Foley bulb, IUPC, internal and external fetal monitoring

Onboarding and Compliance

Background check: Required within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived in the last 7 years
Education verification: Required for the highest degree specific to the profession
Drug screen: 10-panel negative result required within 30 days of start
Physical exam: Required within 1 year of start
TB: Negative TB test within 1 year of start; additional steps required for a past positive
Immunity: Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella titers, or 2 vaccines; hepatitis B titer or vaccine series
Flu vaccine: Required for all candidates; exemptions reviewed case by case
Fit testing: Required (N95 or PAPR)
Other: Annual compliance training, orientation modules, and facility policy acknowledgments

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

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About Wilmington, NC

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Wilmington, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.

Transportation

Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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