Travel Medical-Surgical RN - Neuro Unit - $1,894 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Med/Surg night shift position requiring 2 years of RN experience, ACLS, and a NC or compact RN license.

Details

• Neuro-focused Medical Surgical unit in a hospital setting
• General medicine patient population with a focus on neurological diagnoses
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Night shift hours: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM (3x12-hour shifts)
• 36 or 48 hours per week accepted
• Contract length of 13–26 weeks
• Travelers are required to float first
• Every other weekend required (approximately 5–6 weekend shifts per contract)
• Manager-assigned scheduling
• Pyxis for medication management, Epic for documentation, and SBAR for communication
• Epic EMR experience is required

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required (may be pending at time of consideration)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (may be pending at time of consideration)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Must pass an EKG test prior to start
• Two professional references from a manager or supervisor within the past 2 years required prior to start (pending at time of consideration is acceptable)
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Additional Information

• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification and neuro experience are preferred
• Experience in or willingness to learn the charge nurse role is preferred
• 24-hour unit orientation provided, followed by weekly orientation sessions
• 8–10 hours of pre-start online modules required (must be completed annually); formats include online learning, Zoom, webinar, and in-person classes
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved provided it does not fall on a holiday and is not during the first week of the assignment; requests beyond 7 days require facility approval; no RTO can be arranged after booking
• Contract staff may be assigned to a Storm Team or Hurricane Team and could be required to report during catastrophic events, mass casualty incidents, or disasters; unit consolidation or reassignment may occur mid-contract
• Former permanent, PRN, or EP employees of this health system must wait 12 months before working as a traveler; facility rehire approval is required
• Candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are eligible but may be subject to a different pay rate
• Travel pairs are allowed provided each individual has their own transportation and is comfortable with potentially different schedules
• Contracts of longer than 13 weeks are available for interested candidates

American Traveler Job ID #P-729601. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.