MS/Tele RN
Wilmington, NC
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Nights
Relocation Bonus
$2,022/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
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.
MS/Tele RN - Inpatient Surgery Unit
Overview
- Travel/contract role in Wilmington, North Carolina.
- 12-hour night shifts: 18:45–07:15.
- 36- or 48-hour contracts accepted.
- Contract length accepted: 13–26 weeks.
- Float required as needed.
- Every other weekend required.
- No call required.
- Combination acuity unit: adult medical surgical and surgical stepdown.
- Ratios: 1:6 for floor surgical/medicine inpatient patients.
- RTO after booking is not allowed.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in North Carolina.
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing.
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year.
- 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience.
- BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Preferred
- 1st time travelers if experienced.
Unit Details
- Inpatient surgery unit.
- Wide range of inpatient surgical procedures and trauma cases.
- Patient diagnoses include cellulitis, appendicitis, cholecystitis, diverticulitis, motor vehicle accidents, gun shots, stabbings, falls, various cancers, kidney stones, bowel obstruction, peripheral vascular disease, limb ischemia, hernia, and gangrene.
- Procedures include cholecystectomy, appendectomy, hernia repair, TURP, ostomy creation or closure, wound debridement, tumor removal, kidney stone removal, amputations, and fem pop bypass.
- Equipment includes wound vacs, chest tubes, NG tube/Corpak, JP drains, Hemovac drains, and Penrose drains.
Additional Notes
- Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team.
- Staff may be required to report during a catastrophic event, mass casualty, or disaster.
- Consolidation to a centralized office mid-contract may occur, with preassignment to units as needed.
- Locals accepted at local rate.
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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