Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Tele

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical / Telemetry (Neuro)

Location

Winston-Salem, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13–26 Weeks | Full-Time | Onsite | Night Shift (3x12 Hours, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | 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 manage cardiac rhythms, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Perform IV starts and administer medications in accordance with unit protocols
• Document patient care using EPIC, PYXIS, and SBAR communication frameworks
• Work every other weekend as required; make up any missed weekend shifts based on unit needs
• Float to other Medical Surgical / Telemetry areas as needed, which may include COVID care units

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina or a valid Compact RN license (pending licensure acceptable at time of submission)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, with 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
• Proficiency in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Local candidates are welcome to apply (reduced rate applies for candidates within 50 miles of the facility)

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification preferred
• Prior experience in a neuro-focused Medical Surgical or Telemetry setting
• Familiarity with Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) care or neurosurgical patient populations

Why Join Us

• Work in a specialized neuro-focused unit with a diverse patient population including stroke, epilepsy, and neurosurgical cases, offering strong clinical growth opportunities
• Flexible contract lengths of 13–26 weeks with preferred scheduling and up to 7 days of pre-approved RTO available