Job Opportunity – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: November 16, 2026
Location: Salisbury, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15), every other weekend required, 36-bed unit with target nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6
Highlights:
- 16-week contract assignment supporting the unit through the holiday season (through February 27, 2027)
- Diverse patient population including COPD, pneumonia, hip fractures, and general surgery cases
- Epic charting system and Pyxis medication management
- Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, rapid response teams, and more
- 24-hour orientation period with unit needs-based scheduling
- First-time travelers welcome; local candidates accepted
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience required
- Strong Medical-Surgical and Telemetry experience required
- Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state)
- Current BLS/BCLS certification required; NIH Stroke Scale certification required
- OCN certification and chemotherapy administration experience preferred
- Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and dysrhythmia management
- Competency in IV therapy including blood product administration, central line care/management, and peripheral line management
- Experience with respiratory support (nasal cannula, non-invasive airway management)
- Knowledge of isolation precautions and PPE protocols
- Experience with Epic charting system required
- Must successfully pass EKG testing prior to start date
- Willingness to float to other areas holding medical-surgical patients
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Med-Surg/Telemetry nurse to make a meaningful impact during a critical time period. You'll work with a collaborative interdisciplinary team in a well-supported environment that values quality patient care. The 36-bed unit offers diverse clinical experiences with comprehensive resources to ensure both patient and clinician success.