Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Winston-Salem, NC

Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical Neuro unit with a primary focus on stroke patients, as well as neurosurgery patients and other neurological diagnoses including epilepsy, traumatic and non-traumatic subdural hematomas, and related conditions. Work within a specialized Neuro unit that includes a dedicated 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and a diverse neurological patient population, offering strong clinical growth opportunities.

TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27101!

Job ID: 902664
Job Title

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical / Neuro
Location

Winston-Salem, NC | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 3×12-Hour Shifts (18:45-07:15) | Expected 36-48 hours/week
Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical Neuro unit with a primary focus on stroke patients, as well as neurosurgery patients and other neurological diagnoses including epilepsy, traumatic and non-traumatic subdural hematomas, and related conditions
• Perform IV starts and continuous telemetry monitoring, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Utilize unit systems including EPIC, PYXIS, and SBAR for documentation and medication administration
• Float as required to other Medical Surgical and Telemetry areas, which may include COVID care units
• Work every other weekend as part of the standard scheduling rotation; missed weekend shifts are expected to be made up based on unit needs
• Complete a 36-hour unit orientation prior to independent practice

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina or a valid Compact RN license (pending licensure considered for submittal)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year of direct Medical Surgical experience
• Must have at least 2 successfully completed travel contracts prior to applying - first-time travelers will not be considered
• BCLS certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Proficiency in IV starts, telemetry monitoring, and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Local candidates are welcome; please note that a local rate applies for candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility

Preferred Experience / Skills

• ACLS certification preferred
• Prior experience in a Medical Surgical Neuro or Stroke unit setting
• Familiarity with Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) workflows or neurosurgery patient populations

Why Join Us

• Work within a specialized Neuro unit that includes a dedicated 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and a diverse neurological patient population, offering strong clinical growth opportunities
• Preferred scheduling model with flexibility for 36- or 48-hour work weeks to support work-life balance