Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Tele

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical / Telemetry

Location

Winston-Salem, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 12-Hour Shifts (18:45–07:15) | 3x12 per week | Expected 36–48 hours/week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical / Telemetry unit with a primary focus on stroke, neurosurgery, epilepsy, traumatic and non-traumatic subdural hematomas, and other neurological diagnoses
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms; manage dysrhythmias using telemetry equipment
• Perform IV starts and administer medications in accordance with unit protocols
• Document patient care accurately using EPIC and communicate effectively via SBAR methodology; access medications through PYXIS
• Float as required to other MS/Tele areas within or near the facility, which may include COVID care units
• Work every other weekend as required; make up any missed weekend shifts based on unit needs

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina or a Compact state (license pending acceptable at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year of direct Medical Surgical experience
• Must have completed at least 2 successful travel contracts prior to applying — first-time travelers will not be considered
• BCLS certification required
• NIH / NIHSS certification required
• Demonstrated experience with IV starts, telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and Med/Surg neuro care
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Local candidates are welcome to apply

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification preferred
• Prior experience caring for stroke or neurology patient populations
• Familiarity with Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) workflows or similar specialized neuro environments

Why Join Us

• Work within a specialized neurology-focused unit that offers exposure to a diverse and complex patient population, including stroke, epilepsy, and neurosurgery cases
• Orientation support provided (approximately 36 hours) to help travelers integrate effectively into the unit