Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $1,912 per week in Wilmington, NC

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Start Date: October 5, 2026

Location: Wilmington, North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 36 or 48 hours per week, day shift; 1:5-6 patient ratio; 12-16 weekend shifts per contract period

Highlights:

• Specialized neurology medical-surgical unit caring for patients with neurosurgical procedures and neurological diagnoses
• 13-26 week contract lengths accepted with flexibility based on traveler preference
• Epic charting system with Pyxis medication management and SBAR communication protocols
• Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
• Two orientation shifts on unit following hospital-based orientation; manager-created schedules
• Float requirement applies; blocked scheduling may be accommodated based on individual requests

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Active North Carolina or Compact State RN license
• BLS certification required; ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and CPI certifications preferred
• Epic charting experience preferred; neurology experience strongly preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
• Skills in telemetry, IV management, CVA care, isolation precautions, and non-invasive airway management
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Willingness to float within facility and participate in storm/hurricane emergency response teams as assigned

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work in a focused neurology medical-surgical environment where you'll care for a diverse patient population with complex neurological needs. The unit provides robust interdisciplinary collaboration and comprehensive support services, allowing nurses to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. With flexible contract lengths and potential schedule accommodations, this role is ideal for experienced nurses seeking meaningful work in a specialty care setting.

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