Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Surgical Short Stay – North Carolina
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: Three 12-hour night shifts per week (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), every other weekend required (12 weekend night shifts per contract on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday). Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6. Floating to inpatient surgery floors, holding areas, or medical floors as needed.
Highlights:
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Work in a specialized 12-bed Surgical Short Stay unit caring for adult surgical patients, with most stays under 24 hours
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Diverse patient population across multiple surgical service lines including orthopedic, neurologic, urologic, vascular, colorectal, and gynecologic procedures
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Experience with specialized equipment including wound vac systems, CBI, JP drains, and BD Alaris Infusion Systems with PCA modules
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EPIC charting system utilized (experience preferred)
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Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
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24 hours of orientation provided with up to 7 days of approved time off per contract
Requirements:
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Active North Carolina or Compact State RN license
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Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
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Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience required
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Short stay/observation unit experience required
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Charge nurse experience preferred
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EPIC charting experience preferred
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First-time travelers accepted
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Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
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Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
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Ability to work major holidays and serve on Storm/Hurricane Team as needed
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work with a fast-paced, diverse surgical patient population in a dynamic short-stay environment. You'll gain experience across multiple surgical specialties while maintaining continuity of care for patients transitioning from PACU through discharge. The supportive interdisciplinary team and comprehensive orientation ensure you have the resources needed to provide excellent patient outcomes in this rewarding acute care setting.
