TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Bryson City, North Carolina, 28713!
Job Title
Travel RN – Medical Surgical
Location
Bryson City, NC | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13 Weeks | Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) | Expected 36 hours/week | Rotating weekends
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a 17-bed Medical Surgical unit within a critical access hospital, serving inpatient, observation, and swing bed populations
- Manage a patient population primarily consisting of adults aged 18 and older, with a majority of patients aged 65 and above, at a maximum ratio of 1:6
- Perform and oversee PICC/CVC management and wound care as core clinical responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team including PT, OT, Speech Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, and 24-hour provider coverage
- Utilize the Paragon electronic health record (EHR) system for documentation and care coordination
- Float as needed between facilities on Med-Surg or equivalent nursing units
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license valid in North Carolina or compact state eligibility
- Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical or equivalent nursing experience
- ACLS certification required
- BLS certification required
- Proficiency in PICC/CVC management and wound care
- Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience in a critical access hospital or small community hospital setting
- Familiarity with the Paragon EHR system
- Progressive care or step-down unit experience
- Comfort working in a team-oriented environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
Why Join Us
- Work in a fully accredited critical access hospital nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, offering a unique blend of meaningful patient care and an outdoor lifestyle with access to hiking, biking, kayaking, and more
- Join a supportive, team-focused unit with no call requirements, 24-hour provider coverage, and on-site access to CT, X-Ray, and lab services