Location: Wilmington, NC

Start Date: 03-30-2026

End Date: 06-29-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Night shifts, 3x12-hour nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM), typically 3 nights per week with every other weekend required; night (NOC) schedule with floating and on-call expectations

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $53 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

• Provide compassionate, safe nursing care to adult and geriatric medical-surgical patients with oncology history
• Administer and monitor chemotherapy/biotherapy (IV, PO, injection) following facility protocols
• Manage vascular access including central lines and PICCs, perform central line blood draws and peripheral line care
• Safely administer blood products and manage associated documentation
• Manage heparin and insulin drips and respond to changes in hemodynamic status
• Perform wound care including Wound VAC management and care for surgical drains and chest tubes
• Document care accurately in EPIC and use PYXIS for medication management
• Respond to cardiac dysrhythmias and emergencies with appropriate monitoring and interventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (IV teams, PT, Respiratory, Pharmacy, Rapid Response) to optimize patient outcomes
• Participate in monthly staff meetings, unit orientation, and required safety/storm team assignments

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) — seeking experienced Med/Surg RNs (explicitly hiring RNs)
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience (HARD STOP) — oncology experience preferred or willingness to obtain ONC certification
• ONC certification required for travelers on this unit; facility can assist with oncology/chemo training if needed
• BLS required
• Must be able to administer chemotherapy if needed (certification/competency required)
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start for this specialty
• Traveler experience: first-time travelers accepted
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required per facility guideline

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong Med/Surg and oncology clinical skills including chemo administration and monitoring
• Vascular access management: central/PICC line care, peripheral line care, port access
• Blood product administration and transfusion safety
• Experience with wound care and Wound VAC systems
• Familiarity with EPIC for documentation and PYXIS for medication dispensing
• Proficiency with SBAR communication and effective interdisciplinary handoffs
• Competency with heparin and insulin drip management and recognition of deteriorating patients
• Cardiac monitoring knowledge, EKG interpretation basics, and emergency response

Benefits

• A supportive team that values YOU — collaborative colleagues and strong interdisciplinary support
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to help keep your credentials current
• Paid Time Off to recharge and recover from those intense nights
• Healthcare & wellness support (medical, dental & vision options typically available)
• Life Insurance and workplace protections for peace of mind
• Travel reimbursement and relocation support for contract staff
• Professional development support — training to help you get oncology/chemo certified when needed
• 401K retirement savings plan and financial planning resources
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great people aboard
• Flexible scheduling where possible and clear expectations around orientation and floating

Travel Perks: Explore Wilmington, NC

Wilmington is a fantastic base for a travel contract. Stroll the scenic Wilmington Riverwalk, explore historic downtown with its shops and cafés, or tour the USS North Carolina Battleship. If you love the beach, Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach are short drives away for weekend surf and sunsets. Outdoor lovers can kayak the Cape Fear River, enjoy nearby state parks, or take day trips to the Outer Banks, Charleston, or Myrtle Beach. Local breweries, fresh seafood, and a lively arts scene make off-duty time easy to enjoy.

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