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Medical Surgical RN
Wilmington, North Carolina
New Hanover Regional Medical Center

$1,637-2,715/week

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Registered Nurse — Medical Surgical

Overview

Travel/contract role in Wilmington, North Carolina
Night shift
36 or 48 hours accepted
13–26 week contract
Unit accepts first-time travelers
Locals accepted

Unit Details

Neuro unit with a general medicine focus on neuro
Patient ratio: 1:6
Travelers float first
Weekend requirement: 5–6 weekend shifts
Manager schedules
Unit orientation: 24 hours
Scrubs: navy blue

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
ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Preferred

NIH
Neuro experience
Experience or willingness to learn the charge nurse role

Additional Notes

RTO after booking is not allowed
RTO on unit may result in cancellation and DNR
Contract staff may be required to work during a storm, hurricane, mass casualty, or disaster event
Consolidation to a centralized office mid-contract may occur
Candidates may be pre-assigned to units as needed

Facility

New Hanover Regional Medical Center

3.2rating(79 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with New Hanover Regional Medical Center

3.0rating

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Psychiatric
749 beds

ADDRESS2131 South 17th StreetWilmington, NC 28401

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About Wilmington, NC

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Wilmington, NC here's what you should know:

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

Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.

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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