Job Description
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 : ASAP
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift : 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type : Travel
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Job Description\n
American Traveler is hiring a Med / Surg Oncology RN with strong inpatient experience, a NC or compact RN license, and the ability to work night shifts with weekend rotation.
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Work in a hospital-based Medical Surgical Oncology unitPrimary patient population includes medical-surgical patients with oncology historyPatient diagnoses include AKI, sepsis, cancer, septic shock, malignant neoplasms, ARF, diabetic foot ulcers, and pain management casesPatient ratios are typically 1 : 6, but may increase during high census periodsPerforms admin of chemotherapy / biotherapy via IV, PO, or injectionResponsibilities include colostomy care, port access, blood product admin, central and peripheral line care, PICC management, and management of surgical drains and chest tubesRequires use of Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication managementNight shifts (4x12 hours, 18 : 45–07 : 15), with every other weekend requiredFloating to similar units, inpatient holding in ED, and alternate care locations is expectedAssignment to Storm Team or Hurricane Team may be required during catastrophic eventsOrientations consist of 24 hours (2 shifts)Navy blue and white scrubs are requiredDuties include comprehensive inpatient nursing care of medical-surgical oncology patients, including chemotherapy administration and specialized proceduresCandidate participation in monthly staff meetings is requiredParticipation in disaster response teams such as the Storm Team or Hurricane Team may be requiredAll contract RNs are assigned equitably to maintain unit staffingTravel pairs accepted but must work on different unitsHoliday work required, with expectation to work 2 out of 3 major holidays if assignment spans holiday periodsFirst time travelers are welcome to applyAssignment may be 13 or 26 weeks with option for 36 or 48 hour work weeksCensus fluctuations or disaster events may require consolidation to centralized or alternate unitsCandidates living under 50 miles from the facility will be paid at a local rate\n \n Requirements\n
Active NC or compact RN license required at time of startMinimum of 2 years of relevant inpatient Med / Surg RN experienceBLS certification requiredExperience with Med / Surg nursing skills including colostomy care, port access, blood product administration, central line blood draws, and wound careExperience with non-invasive airway management and use of wound vacsStrong familiarity with Epic charting and Pyxis medication systemsMust pass EKG testing prior to startNo prior permanent, PRN, or staff employment at specified health system within the past 12 monthsTravel Per Diem clinicians at this health system are not eligible for travel contractsPhysical ability to meet the demands of inpatient nursingMaximum 7 days RTO allowed, with no RTO permitted during orientation week\n Benefits\n
High Pay and BonusesMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options401(k) PlanWeekly Payroll DepositFree Online CEUsGenerous Housing AllowanceTravel and Licensure ReimbursementsNon-taxed Per Diem and SubsidyTraveler Rewards and Discounts\n
American Traveler Job ID #P-621712. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Travel RN - Med / Surg - Oncology
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.