Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Winston Salem, NC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) on a travel assignment in Winston Salem, NC (27103). Join a dynamic orthopedic and neuro spine unit, delivering exceptional patient care while enjoying the vibrant culture and scenic beauty of North Carolina. This is an excellent opportunity for RNs seeking travel nursing jobs in North Carolina with professional growth and work-life balance.

Travel Nurse Job Details

• Location: Winston Salem, NC 27103 (North Carolina nursing jobs)
• Unit: 5 General Orthopedics – Med/Surg Telemetry
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Start: January 5, 2026 – End: April 6, 2026)
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 – 07:15)
• Hours per Week: 36 or 48 hours (option for 48 hours; overtime after 48)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1660–$1700
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Float Requirement: Yes, to other Med/Surg units as needed
• Block Scheduling: Available (F/S/S or S/S/M)
• Orientation: 8 hours

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience, including orthopedic nursing
• Active North Carolina or Compact Registered Nurse license (must be in hand at start)
• EPIC charting experience required
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and NIHSS certifications required
• IV start and telemetry monitoring skills required
• First-time travel nurses accepted with EPIC experience
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions accepted)
• Preferred: ACLS, Charge Nurse experience, Level I Trauma experience

RN Job Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to orthopedic, neuro spine, med-surg, and post-surgical adult patients
• Manage a patient ratio of 5–6:1 (may flex up to 7:1 in rare cases)
• Initiate and maintain IVs, administer medications, and monitor telemetry
• Deliver pain management for post-surgical and orthopedic patients
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including PT, RT, pharmacy, and social services
• Float to other Med/Surg units as needed to support patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using EPIC electronic health records
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills

Important: No holiday RTO can be approved. Must be able to work 2 out of 3 major holidays if assignment overlaps. Up to 7 days of RTO may be auto-approved (non-holiday). Orientation is required during the first week—no RTO allowed during this time.

Join our healthcare team in Winston Salem, NC, and discover rewarding travel nurse jobs in North Carolina. Advance your RN career with this Med/Surg Telemetry opportunity—apply now to secure your travel nursing assignment!

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