Med Surg RN
Henderson, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a Med/Surg night shift position in Henderson, NC, requiring at least one prior travel assignment and AHA-certified BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale credentials.

Details

• Medical-surgical unit in a Joint Commission accredited, 205-licensed-bed acute care hospital
• 48-bed Med/Surg unit with a 1:6 patient-to-nurse ratio and high patient turnover
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Weekends required every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating may occasionally be required to inpatient rehab or the ER for tasking, though rare and unlikely
• EMR: Paragon
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license in NC or a Compact state currently in hand
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale
• Minimum 1 year of Med/Surg RN experience
• At least 1 prior completed travel assignment required
• Proficiency in IV insertion, Foley catheter insertion, and NG tube insertion
• Experience performing EKGs and managing heparin drips
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• Candidates must reside 60 or more miles from the facility to qualify for the travel rate

Additional Information

• Care for a general adult medical-surgical population with a high-volume, high-turnover caseload
• Experience with 1:6 patient ratios preferred
• The facility holds an 'A' LeapFrog Hospital Safety Rating and is part of the Duke LifePoint Health system
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates who are currently employed full time elsewhere are not eligible
• Orientation dates are scheduled bi-monthly — candidates should confirm availability for the appropriate session