Med Surg RN
Wilmington, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,698/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Overview
- Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Shift: Night, 3x12 hours, 18:45–07:15
- Hours per week: 36
- Contract length: 13 weeks
- Patient ratio: 1:5–6
- Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
- Floating: Similar units and alternate care locations with inpatients holding
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in North Carolina
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Med Surg (2 years of experience)
- Med Surg experience within the last year
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
- Must be able to take heparin drips
- Experience with Epic
Key Clinical Skills
- PCA
- Colostomy care
- Feeding tube care and management
- Blood product administration
- Central line care/management
- Peripheral line care/management
- Phlebotomy
- PICC line management
- IV starts
- Management of dysrhythmias
- O2 protocol management
- Non-invasive airway management
- Isolation precautions/PPE
- Traumatic brain injury care
- Ortho trauma care
- Surgical drains
- Chest tubes
- Nasal cannula
- Oral suctioning
- Tracheostomy management
- Wound care
Preferred Qualifications
- ACLS
- Interpretation of dysrhythmias
- Pre/post hemodialysis management
- Management of drips
- CVA experience
- Pre/post neuro surgery experience
- Spinal cord injury experience
Unit Notes
- Must be comfortable with the stated patient ratios
- Assigned to storm team and/or hurricane team as needed
- May be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters
- Consolidation to a centralized office may occur mid-contract
- Navy scrubs
Orientation
- 12-hour unit orientation
- 16-hour organizational education
Patient Population
- Severe bone, joint, and soft tissue injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spine injuries and pain
- Neurological trauma/nerve damage
- Subdural hematoma
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Wilmington, NC
As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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