Med/Surg Tele | Registered Nurse

Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse (RN) – Orthopedic Trauma & General Surgery | Wilmington, NC Travel Contract

Apply for this Med/Surg Tele travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina, and join a dedicated adult inpatient team caring for orthopedic trauma, general surgery, and neuro-trauma patients. This on-site travel RN opportunity offers meaningful patient care in a welcoming coastal community known for its scenic riverfront, nearby beaches, and vibrant lifestyle.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,740-$1,830
• Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
• Contract: Travel assignment from November 23, 2026 through May 24, 2027; longer contract options may be available
• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 6:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.; 36- or 48-hour contract options may be considered
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Call: Not required
• Patient Population: Adults, including orthopedic trauma, general surgery overflow, neuro-trauma, traumatic brain injury, spine injury, and subdural hematoma patients
• Typical Assignment: Approximately 1 nurse to 5-6 patients
• Unit Technology: Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR
• Floating: Required to similar inpatient units and alternate care locations as needed
• Orientation: Unit and organizational orientation provided

Med/Surg Tele Travel Nurse Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or a compact state; a pending license may be considered for submission
• At least 2 years of recent Med/Surg Tele nursing experience
• Recent orthopedic, neuro, and trauma nursing experience required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
• Telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation experience
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Successful completion of required EKG testing before the start of the assignment
• Ability to complete required pre-start testing within 48 hours of signing and assigned online modules before the start date
• First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply
• Availability to float and support emergency response operations, including severe weather or other critical events, when required

Med/Surg Tele RN Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate nursing care to adult patients in an orthopedic trauma and general surgery setting
• Assess, monitor, and document patients with orthopedic injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, neurological trauma, and post-surgical needs
• Manage telemetry patients, interpret dysrhythmias, and promptly communicate changes in patient condition
• Care for patients with chest tubes, central lines, heparin infusions, surgical drains, wound vacs, feeding tubes, and tracheostomies as applicable
• Perform medication administration, IV initiation and maintenance, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and other assigned clinical interventions
• Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation services, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rapid response teams, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and communicate effectively using SBAR
• Float to comparable inpatient areas and alternate care locations while maintaining safe, high-quality patient care
• Participate in unit-based quality, safety, and emergency preparedness activities

Apply now to join this Wilmington, North Carolina travel nursing team as a Med/Surg Tele Registered Nurse and advance your nursing career through a rewarding orthopedic trauma and general surgery assignment.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.