Job Opportunity – Medical/Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, 36 or 48 hours per week. Weekend requirement of 12-16 shifts per contract. Floating required within facility. Contract lengths of 13-26 weeks available.
Highlights:
Patient ratios of 1:5-6 on a 41-bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit
Diverse patient population including medical/surgical diagnoses, COVID patients, diabetes, COPD, sepsis, GI bleed, and post-surgical care
Epic charting system with Pyxis medication management and comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
24-hour orientation with hospital-wide onboarding during first week
Comprehensive skill set including telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, wound care, central line management, and non-invasive airway management
First-time travelers accepted; local candidates considered with applicable rate adjustments
Requirements:
Active North Carolina RN license or Compact multi-state license
Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
Proficiency in Med/Surg and Telemetry skills including remote monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, IV insulin protocols, colostomy care, feeding tube management, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, IV starts, heparin protocols, PCA pumps, chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP, high flow nasal cannula, wound care, and isolation precautions
Preferred: Epic experience, charge experience, telemetry on-unit monitoring, port access, CVA care, surgical drain management, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy management
Willingness to be assigned to Storm Team/Hurricane Team and report during catastrophic events or disasters
Pre-approved time off limited to maximum 7 days; must work 2 of 3 major holidays
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This Med/Surg Telemetry position offers the chance to work with a diverse patient population in a supportive environment with robust interdisciplinary resources. You'll expand your clinical expertise across a wide range of diagnoses and procedures while receiving comprehensive orientation and working alongside experienced staff. The flexible contract lengths and acceptance of first-time travelers make this an excellent opportunity for nurses seeking to advance their career in acute care.