Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Danbury, NC

Provide direct patient care on a Med/Surg Telemetry unit managing diagnoses including COPD, CHF, Diabetes, infectious diseases, and general medical/surgical conditions. Self-scheduling model with an expected 36 hours per week on a close-knit unit with an average daily census of 8 patients and a target nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-1:6.

Job ID: 902646
Job Title

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical / Telemetry
Location

Danbury, NC | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3×12-hour shifts (18:45-07:15) | Onsite
Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Med/Surg Telemetry unit managing diagnoses including COPD, CHF, Diabetes, infectious diseases, and general medical/surgical conditions
• Perform continuous telemetry monitoring, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Administer blood products, manage peripheral lines, and start and maintain IVs
• Apply and monitor oxygen delivery methods including nasal cannula and oxygen tanks
• Maintain strict isolation precautions and proper PPE use
• Float to other units as needed and participate in on-call rotation during low-census situations

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license - NC state license or Compact license (pending licensure acceptable for submission)
• BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg or Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience
• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, blood product administration, peripheral line care, IV insertion and maintenance, CVA care, and oxygen administration
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Local candidates are welcome and eligible at the applicable local rate
• Former employees of the affiliated health system must have a 12-month gap before applying; disclosure of prior employment (facility name and dates) is required at submission

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with IV insulin protocols, heparin drips, insulin management, and cardiac drip management (non-titration)
• Familiarity with BiPAP/CPAP management, high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC), non-invasive airway management, and oral suctioning
• Wound care and wound vac experience
• ACLS and/or NIHSS certification; community hospital experience preferred

Why Join Us

• Self-scheduling model with an expected 36 hours per week on a close-knit unit with an average daily census of 8 patients and a target nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5-1:6
• 13-week contract with a structured orientation of 24-36 hours to support a smooth transition onto the unit