```htmlJob Opportunity – Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN – North Carolina
Start Date: November 16, 2026
Location: North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 36 or 48 hours per week, every other weekend required
Highlights:
- Specialized neuroscience unit caring primarily for stroke patients, along with neurosurgery, epilepsy, traumatic brain injuries, subdural hematomas, and other neurological diagnoses
- Patient ratios of 1:6 with daily census of approximately 50 patients
- Epic charting system with 36 hours of unit orientation provided
- 13-week contract assignments available with potential for 36 or 48-hour weekly schedules
- Floating required to other Medical Surgical/Telemetry areas as needed
- Includes a 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) with specialized training opportunities
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year of direct Medical Surgical experience (hard requirement)
- Previous travel nursing experience required – must have completed at least 2 successful travel contracts (first-time travelers will not be accepted)
- Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state license accepted)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) preferred but not required
- Strong IV start and telemetry skills with demonstrated ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias
- Medical Surgical neuro experience required
- Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
- Ability to float to other Medical Surgical/Telemetry areas, including potential COVID care units
- Flexibility with scheduling – block scheduling may not always be available
Schedule Details:
- 12-hour night shifts with every other weekend requirement
- Must work 2 of 3 major holidays during contract period
- If call-outs occur for scheduled weekend shifts, make-up shifts will be required based on unit needs
- Up to 7 days of time off may be pre-approved (excluding holidays and first week)
- All time off must be approved prior to contract signing – no additional requests accepted after booking
- Any requested time off including weekends will be added to the end of the contract
Clinical Environment:
- Primary neuroscience unit with 55 beds and approximately 50 daily census
- Patient population includes stroke patients, seizure disorders, subdural hematomas, subarachnoid hemorrhages, intracerebral hemorrhages, brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries
- Interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
- Modern equipment and technology including Pyxis medication management and Epic electronic health records
- Navy scrubs required
Key Skills and Competencies:
- Blood product administration and central line care/management
- Cerebrovascular accident (CVA) care and intracranial bleed management
- Cardiac and vasoactive drip management and titration
- Non-invasive airway management and oxygen delivery
- Seizure disorder management and substance withdrawal protocols
- Isolation precautions and PPE utilization
- Use of rapid response and code teams
Onboarding Requirements:
- Pre-start online modules (approximately 8-10 hours) must be completed using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge
- All lab testing must be completed within 48 hours after contract signing
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
- COVID-19 vaccination not required
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This position offers the chance to work in a specialized neuroscience environment where you'll make a meaningful impact on stroke and neurological patient outcomes. Join a dedicated team that values clinical excellence and provides comprehensive interdisciplinary support, allowing you to expand your expertise in this critical specialty area. With structured orientation, advanced technology, and opportunities to work with diverse neurological diagnoses, this role is ideal for experienced Medical Surgical nurses seeking professional growth in a fast-paced acute care setting.
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