Travel Med / Surg Oncology Registered Nurse - $2,768 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 : 11 / 03 / 2025

Duration : 13 weeks

48 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Employment Type : Travel

Job Description 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.

Responsibilities Work in a hospital-based Medical Surgical Oncology unit

Primary patient population includes medical-surgical patients with oncology history

Patient diagnoses include AKI, sepsis, cancer, septic shock, malignant neoplasms, ARF, diabetic foot ulcers, and pain management cases

Patient ratios are typically 1 : 6, but may increase during high census periods

Performs admin of chemotherapy / biotherapy via IV, PO, or injection

Responsibilities include colostomy care, port access, blood product admin, central and peripheral line care, PICC management, and management of surgical drains and chest tubes

Requires use of Epic for documentation and Pyxis for medication management

Night shifts (4x12 hours, 18 : 45–07 : 15), with every other weekend required

Floating to similar units, inpatient holding in ED, and alternate care locations is expected

Assignment to Storm Team or Hurricane Team may be required during catastrophic events

Orientations consist of 24 hours (2 shifts)

Navy blue and white scrubs are required

Duties include comprehensive inpatient nursing care of medical-surgical oncology patients, including chemotherapy administration and specialized procedures

Candidate participation in monthly staff meetings is required

Participation in disaster response teams such as the Storm Team or Hurricane Team may be required

All contract RNs are assigned equitably to maintain unit staffing

Travel pairs accepted but must work on different units

Holiday work required, with expectation to work 2 out of 3 major holidays if assignment spans holiday periods

First time travelers are welcome to apply

Assignment may be 13 or 26 weeks with option for 36 or 48 hour work weeks

Census fluctuations or disaster events may require consolidation to centralized or alternate units

Candidates living under 50 miles from the facility will be paid at a local rate

Requirements Active NC or compact RN license required at time of start

Minimum of 2 years of relevant inpatient Med / Surg RN experience

BLS certification required

Experience with Med / Surg nursing skills including colostomy care, port access, blood product administration, central line blood draws, and wound care

Experience with non-invasive airway management and use of wound vacs

Strong familiarity with Epic charting and Pyxis medication systems

Must pass EKG testing prior to start

No prior permanent, PRN, or staff employment at specified health system within the past 12 months

Travel Per Diem clinicians at this health system are not eligible for travel contracts

Physical ability to meet the demands of inpatient nursing

Maximum 7 days RTO allowed, with no RTO permitted during orientation week

Benefits High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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.