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

Shift: Night, 3x12 hours (18:45 to 07:15)
Hours: 12 per day, 36 per week
Ratio: 1:2
Weekends: Every other weekend
Float Requirement: Yes
Unit Orientation: 36 hours
Scrubs: Navy blue
Storm/Hurricane Team: Assigned contract staff are expected to work a Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team. Staff may be required to report during a catastrophic event, mass casualty, or disaster. Staff may be consolidated to a centralized office mid-contract and preassigned to units as needed.

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of Pediatric Intensive Care (PICU) experience
PICU experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Patient diagnoses: Trauma (MVC, GSW, near drowning), diabetic ketoacidosis, sepsis, tracheostomy/GT-dependent patients, seizures, surgical patients (orthopedic, ENT, OMFS, neurological, general surgery), and respiratory illnesses (asthma, RSV, bronchiolitis, COVID)
Procedures: Procedural sedation, pediatric rapid response, and rapid sequence intubation (RSI)

Intensivist coverage with PICU physician in-house based on unit needs
Nurse practitioner coverage in-house 24/7
Hospitalist coverage in-house 24/7
Support services include interpretation, IV teams, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, rapid response teams, respiratory services, social services, transportation, and unit secretary

Background check within 90 days of start, including education verification for the highest degree specific to the profession
Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start
Physical within 1 year of start
TB screening (PPD, QuantiFERON, or T-SPOT) within 1 year of start
Measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella immunity via titer or 2 vaccines
Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
2026-27 flu vaccination or approved exemption (mask required if exempt)
N95 fit testing (or PAPR training if failed)
Color blindness test within 1 year of start
Annual compliance training, medication safety module, confidentiality agreement, education roster, and tobacco-free campus acknowledgement
Employment application
Two professional references within 3 years of start

Facility

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ADDRESS2131 South 17th StreetWilmington, NC 28401

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.

Transportation

Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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