Location: Wilmington, NC

Start Date: 03-09-2026

End Date: 06-08-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: 3x12-hour nights, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM, typically 3 nights per week; includes every other weekend and required holiday coverage; night shift (NOC)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $50 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality med/surg nursing care to adult and geriatric patients
• Serve in the night charge role when scheduled, coordinating unit workflow and staffing
• Safely initiate and manage insulin and heparin drips following unit protocols
• Perform wound care and Wound Vac dressing changes to promote healing
• Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond to emergency events
• Utilize EPIC and PYXIS for accurate medication administration and documentation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory, pharmacy and PT to optimize patient outcomes
• Participate in inclement weather, storm and hurricane teams and respond as required

Qualifications

• Active RN license in good standing (able to work in NC)
• Minimum 2 years of recent med/surg nursing experience; first-time travelers are accepted
• EPIC experience required for documentation and charting
• BLS (BCLS) certification required prior to start
• Charge nurse experience required for night travelers; unit accepts charge experience in any capacity
• Ability to initiate and manage insulin and heparin drips
• Wound Vac experience, HFNC and short-term BiPAP familiarity preferred
• Must be able to work holidays, float to similar units, and join inclement weather teams when assigned
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Flu vaccine required unless a medical or religious exemption applies

Education

• Active RN license required
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Med/Surg nursing principles and best practices
• Cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and emergency response
• IV therapy, peripheral line care and phlebotomy skills
• Experience with high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) and short-term BiPAP support
• Wound care and Wound Vac dressing changes
• Familiarity with EPIC electronic charting and PYXIS medication system
• Isolation precautions and appropriate use of PPE
• Clear SBAR communication and teamwork across disciplines

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your move easy
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow
• Life insurance and disability protection for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Referral bonus program so your friends and colleagues benefit too
• A supportive team culture that values your experience, ideas and well-being

Travel Perks: Explore Wilmington, NC

Wilmington is a coastal gem. Enjoy nearby Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach and Kure Beach for sunrise runs, surf sessions and waterfront dining. Stroll the historic Riverwalk along the Cape Fear River, tour the Battleship USS North Carolina, visit Airlie Gardens and explore the downtown historic district with its local cafes, breweries and boutiques. Weekend trips to Myrtle Beach and the Cape Fear region are easy, and there are plenty of outdoor activities from kayaking and fishing to scenic bike routes and nature preserves.

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