Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Wilmington, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Primarily caring for medical-surgical patients with oncology history.
• Night shift (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 18:45 to 7:15).
• Patient-to-nurse ratio target: 1:6 (may increase with census).
• Floating required to similar units and alternate inpatient care locations (e.g., inpatient holding in the ED).
• Every other weekend required.
• Call required if called off on a prescheduled shift; missed shifts must be made up.
• Contract staff expected to participate in Storm/Hurricane Team and may be required to work during catastrophic events or disasters.
• Attendance at monthly staff meetings required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Experience in an inpatient setting
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Patient Diagnoses & Unit Details

• Common diagnoses: AKI, sepsis, cancer, septic shock, pain management, overdose, malignant neoplasms, acute renal failure, encephalopathy, failure to thrive, diabetic foot ulcers, heparin drips.
• Administration of chemotherapy/biotherapy via IV, PO, or injection.
• Daily census approximately 42 patients.

Orientation & Uniform

• Unit orientation: 24 hours (2 shifts).
• Scrubs: Navy blue and white.

Systems Used

• Medication and documentation systems: PYXIS, EPIC, SBAR communication method.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background check required within 6 months for clinical candidates.
• Drug screening (9-panel) within 6 months of start.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year of start; additional documentation required if past positive.
• Required immunizations and titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella.
• Physical exam and references required per travel agency standards.
• Mandatory completion of facility-specific education modules and compliance training.
• Must complete medication safety training and provide certificate of completion.
• Must complete Non-Novant Health Worker Clinical Education Checklist (for NC travel candidates).
• Must complete annual compliance and confidentiality agreements.
• Must provide a passport-style photo for badge creation immediately after signing contract.
• Must complete Corp ID setup and I-Learn login within 24 hours of receiving credentials to avoid start delays.

Additional Notes

• Contract staff may be preassigned to different units as needed.
• Must be prepared to work during emergency situations including storms and disasters.
• Floating includes inpatient holding areas and alternate medical patient care locations.
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season; exemptions require mask-wearing on campus.

This position is ideal for Med/Surg RNs with oncology experience seeking a travel contract in a dynamic inpatient setting with a focus on oncology and medical-surgical care. Night shift availability and flexibility to float and respond to emergency events are essential.