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Travel/contract RN assignment in Wilmington, North Carolina
13-week contract
Night shift: 4x12 hours, 18:45–7:15
48 hours per week
Unit is an ED holding support position located in the float pool
Patients are in the Emergency Department waiting for an inpatient bed; traveler may take PCU-level patients
Travelers are expected to take MS/Tele cases and float to ED and MedSurg areas as needed
Target ratios: 1:6 for MS/Tele or 1:4 for PCU-level patients
Every other weekend required
Navy scrubs

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
2 years of float experience
Float experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
ED - Emergency Department experience
Must pass EKG testing prior to start
Must be able to work with adult medical/surgical diagnoses, including MS/Tele and PCU-level patients
Must be able to float to ED and MedSurg areas as needed

ED Holding unit
EDIP inpatient holding area located within the Emergency Department
Standard equipment includes cardiac monitors, IV pumps, and other monitoring systems
Medication/documentation/communication systems: Pyxis, Epic, SBAR
Manager schedules
Unit orientation: 12 hours

RTO after booking is not allowed
Contract staff may be assigned to Storm Team and/or Hurricane Team coverage
Contract staff may be required to report during a catastrophic event, mass casualty, or disaster
Consolidation to a centralized office mid-contract may occur
Candidates will be interviewed due to high turnover and mixed high-acuity patient population

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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