Medical Surgical RN
Wilmington, NC
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical

Location

Wilmington, NC

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts (3x12, 36–48 hours per week) | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical unit with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:5–6, caring for patients with orthopedic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, subdural hematomas, and neurological trauma
• Administer heparin drips, blood products, and other IV medications; manage central lines, PICC lines, and peripheral lines
• Perform and oversee colostomy care, feeding tube care and management, wound care, and surgical drain management including chest tubes
• Monitor and manage cardiac dysrhythmias, oxygen protocols, and non-invasive airway management including tracheostomy care and oral suctioning
• Document patient care accurately using Epic and communicate effectively using SBAR methodology
• Float to similar units and alternate care locations as needed; participate in storm, hurricane, or disaster response teams as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (NC or Compact)
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical RN experience within the last 5 years
• BLS certification (current)
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record documentation
• Ability to manage heparin drips, PCA, phlebotomy, IV starts, and isolation precautions/PPE
• Must pass EKG testing prior to assignment start

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification and demonstrated ability to interpret dysrhythmias
• Experience with pre/post hemodialysis management and drip management
• Background in CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, or spinal cord injury care

Why Join Us

• First-time travelers are welcome, offering an excellent opportunity to launch or grow your travel nursing career
• Work in a dynamic acute care environment with exposure to a diverse and complex patient population