Med/Surg RN in Wilmington, North Carolina
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Wilmington, NC
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,852/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $51.44
- Weekly
- $1,852
- Yearly (full-time)
- $96,304
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $51.44/hour — 27% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina ($40.56/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina right now
- 1,628 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in North Carolina from 6 agencies, 174 of them in Wilmington.
- Pay in these listings: $19.00 – $139/hour, median $51.58/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in North Carolina: $40.56/hour ($84,365/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: MAS Medical Staffing ($80.00/hour across 141 jobs).
Job description
Join us as a Neuro Medical Surgical RN on a 13-week travel contract focused on neuro patient care in Wilmington, NC. This night shift role offers an opportunity to work with patients undergoing neuro surgical procedures and diagnoses, providing critical support during a specialized and fast-paced neuro unit. You'll be working 12-hour shifts (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM), with the chance to extend your contract beyond the initial period. Precise skills like BLS are required, along with ACLS, CPI, and NIHSS preferred; neuro experience is highly valued. Note that RTO (Request Time Off) is not permitted after booking, emphasizing the importance of commitment to this assignment. Expect to be part of a storm or hurricane team, prepared to work during catastrophic events, with the potential for consolidation to the centralized office mid-contract.
Weather:
Wilmington experiences mild, pleasant weather during this time of year, often characterized by warm days and cooler evenings, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the scenic coast.
Fun Things To Do:
- Beach Day at Wrightsville Beach
- Historic Downtown Wilmington Tour
- Day Trip to Carolina Beach and Fort Fisher
- Visit Airlie Gardens and Nearby Arboretum
- Explore Wilmington's Riverwalk and nearby kayak rentals
Job Specifics:
Location: Wilmington, NC
Shift: Night, 12 hours (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)
Duration: 13 weeks, with options for longer contracts
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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