Job Opportunity – Medical/Surgical Telemetry Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: September 14, 2026
Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 36 or 48 hours per week, 1:6 patient ratio, every other weekend required
Highlights:
- Specialized neuroscience unit caring primarily for stroke patients, plus epilepsy, traumatic brain injuries, subdural hematomas, and neurosurgical cases
- Contract lengths available for 13-26 weeks
- Epic EMR system with Pyxis medication management
- Comprehensive 36-hour orientation program
- Interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
- Daily census of approximately 50 patients across 55 beds
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required, including at least 1 year of direct Medical/Surgical experience
- Previous travel nursing experience required (must have completed at least 2 successful contracts)
- Current BLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and NIHSS certifications required
- ACLS certification preferred
- North Carolina or Compact state RN license
- Proficiency in IV starts, telemetry interpretation, and dysrhythmia management
- Medical/Surgical neuro experience strongly preferred
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
- Willingness to float to other Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units as needed
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work with a specialized neuroscience patient population in a dynamic acute care environment. You'll gain valuable experience managing complex neurological conditions including strokes, seizure disorders, and traumatic brain injuries while working alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team. The unit provides excellent support systems and resources to ensure quality patient outcomes and professional growth.