ED Holding Support RN - MedSurg/Telemetry
Wilmington, NC
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,892/weekOverview
- Start Date04/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationPsychiatric749 beds
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
- Guaranteed Hours
Description
Start Date: April 13, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Night shift, 36 hours per week, 13-week contract, every other weekend required
Highlights:
- Emergency Department inpatient holding area supporting patients awaiting inpatient bed placement
- Patient ratios: 1:6 for Med/Surg-Telemetry or 1:4 for Progressive Care Unit level patients
- Float pool position with flexibility to float to ED and Med/Surg areas as needed
- Epic charting system with Pyxis medication management
- 12-hour orientation with comprehensive unit support including Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response Teams
- Fast-paced, high-acuity environment caring for diverse adult medical-surgical diagnoses
Requirements:
- Active North Carolina or Compact state RN license required at start
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- NIHSS certification required
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
- Required skills: Med/Surg-Telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, blood product administration, chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy management, and isolation precautions
- Preferred skills: IV insulin protocols, hemodialysis management, port access, central line management, IV starts, CVA care, neuro surgery, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injury, ortho trauma, total joint replacements, and wound care/wound vac
- Epic charting experience preferred
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This dynamic Emergency Department Holding position offers the opportunity to provide critical care to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment. You'll gain valuable experience managing high-acuity patients across multiple specialties while working alongside a supportive interdisciplinary team. This role is ideal for nurses who thrive in challenging clinical settings and want to expand their skill set across emergency, progressive care, and medical-surgical nursing.
Facility
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
4 nurses recommend working with New Hanover Regional Medical Center

- Psychiatric
- 749 beds
Employer
Revolution Healthcare Services
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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