```htmlJob Opportunity – Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: October 19, 2026
Location: Salisbury, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15), every other weekend required, 13-week assignment
Highlights:
- 36-bed Med-Surg/Telemetry unit with 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Varied patient population including COPD, pneumonia, hip fractures, and general surgery cases
- Epic charting system and Pyxis medication management
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, rapid response teams, physical therapy, pharmacy, and respiratory services
- 24-hour orientation provided with floating to all Med-Surg units as needed
- First-time travelers welcome; strong Med-Surg background required
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Med-Surg/Telemetry nursing experience required
- Active North Carolina or Compact state RN license
- Current BLS and NIH certifications required
- OCN and Chemotherapy Administration certifications preferred
- Proficiency in dysrhythmia interpretation and cardiac monitoring
- Competency in IV therapy including blood product administration, central line management, peripheral line care, and IV starts
- Experience with respiratory support including nasal cannula and non-invasive airway management
- Knowledge of isolation precautions and proper PPE usage
- Must be willing to float to all areas holding Med-Surg patients
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a well-supported environment with comprehensive ancillary services. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values quality patient care, with access to rapid response teams and multidisciplinary resources. The unit provides excellent experience in managing a variety of medical-surgical and telemetry conditions with strong teamwork and professional development opportunities.
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