Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Tele
Job Title
- Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Tele
 
Location
- Wilmington, NC
 
Schedule / Job Type
- Full-time, Night shifts, 12-hour shifts
 
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to a wide range of surgical and trauma patients
 - Interpret and manage dysrhythmias, including use of Rapid Response Teams
 - Administer blood products and manage central and peripheral lines
 - Perform wound care, including wound vac management and drain care
 - Follow isolation precautions and utilize appropriate airway management techniques (nasal cannula, non-invasive airway)
 - Adhere to safety protocols and ensure accurate documentation using EPIC and Pyxis systems
 
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a surgical or medical surgical/unit specific setting
 - Valid BLS and ACLS certifications
 - Knowledge of blood product administration, line care, and emergency response procedures
 - Must pass EKG testing prior to start
 - For local candidates: Yes, open to locals
 - Traveler experience preferred but not required
 
Preferred Skills / Certifications / Experience
- Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
 - Knowledge of chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur-evac) and advanced surgical procedures (e.g., TURP, Ostomy, Tumor removal)
 - Experience with wound vac systems and other advanced equipment
 
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced surgical and trauma environment
 - Supportive team setting with chance to develop specialized nursing skills
 - Contract position offering flexibility with scheduling and exciting opportunities during emergency situations
 
Additional Notes
- Shifts are 12 hours nightly, with a maximum of 7 days of RTO allowed after booking
 - Will work every other weekend; eligible for contracts from 13 to 26 weeks
 - May be required to work on storm or hurricane teams and during catastrophic events
 - Consolidation to a centralized office may occur during the contract period
 - All staff will complete hospital and floor orientation and be scrubbed in with Navy or equivalent scrubs
 
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