Medical Surgical RN
Wilmington, NC
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Start Date: October 26, 2026

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM), 36 or 48 hours per week available. Every other weekend required. No call. Float required to similar units and alternate care locations.

Highlights:

• Contract lengths from 13-26 weeks available
• Patient population includes orthopedic trauma, neurological trauma, spine injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and general surgery overflow
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-6
• Epic charting system with Pyxis and SBAR protocols
• Comprehensive orientation: 28 total hours (12 hours unit-specific, 16 hours organizational education)
• Interdisciplinary support including IV teams, rapid response, respiratory services, pharmacy, physical therapy, and lift teams

Requirements:

• Active North Carolina or Compact RN license
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Ortho/Neuro/Trauma experience required
• Must be comfortable with 1:5-6 patient ratios
• Charge experience preferred
• First-time travelers accepted
• Skills required: blood product administration, central line management, chest tubes, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, PCA pumps, heparin drips, external fixators, wound care/wound vac, and tracheostomy care
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Must complete EKG testing prior to start date

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to develop expertise in high-acuity orthopedic and neurological trauma care while working within a collaborative interdisciplinary team. You'll gain valuable experience managing complex patient diagnoses including severe musculoskeletal injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord trauma. The facility provides strong clinical support systems and welcomes both experienced travelers and those new to travel nursing, making it an excellent opportunity for professional growth in acute care nursing.

Additional Information:

• Up to 7 days of pre-approved time off accepted (cannot be requested after contract signing; no RTO during first week)
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Staff may be assigned to Storm Team/Hurricane Team and required to report during catastrophic events or disasters
• Scrub colors: Navy or white
• Pre-start online modules required (approximately 8-10 hours, non-billable)