Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Durham, NC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs
$1,958/weekOverview
- Start Date01/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) on the night shift in Durham, North Carolina (27704). This travel nursing job offers the opportunity to join a leading healthcare team in a vibrant community known for its rich history and proximity to top universities. Enjoy professional growth and exceptional clinical support in one of North Carolina's top healthcare jobs.
Med/Surg RN Job Details
- Location: Durham, NC 27704 (North Carolina nursing jobs)
- Unit: Medical-Surgical (Med/Surg) Unit
- Employment Type: Travel RN Contract
- Start Date: January 12, 2026
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts (3 shifts/week, 36 hours/week)
- Openings: 2 Med/Surg RN positions
- On-Site Healthcare Job
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (North Carolina or compact state)
- BLS Certification (required before first shift)
- ACLS Certification (required before first shift)
- Minimum 1 year of recent bedside clinical experience in a Med/Surg unit (2 years preferred)
- Strong communication, teamwork, and clinical support skills
- Ability to work night shifts and thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Med/Surg RN Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized patient care plans
- Deliver direct patient care using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Accurately document all assessments, interventions, and patient responses
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Supervise and mentor Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and new staff
- Ensure patient and employee safety by following hospital policies and procedures
- Initiate discharge planning and provide patient education from admission
- Participate in team meetings and foster a positive Med/Surg unit culture
- Maintain open communication with physicians, charge nurses, and other healthcare providers
- Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education
Ready to make a difference as a Med/Surg RN in Durham, NC? Apply now to join our healthcare team and advance your nursing career in a supportive environment dedicated to quality patient care and professional growth!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
2 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare - PH Division
About Durham, NC
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Durham, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Durham is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up well with the cost of living.
- Durham experiences hot and humid summers with average highs around 89°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are readily available in Durham, making it easy for travel nurses to find suitable accommodations.
- Durham is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system for easy commuting.
- Durham is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Durham offers a vibrant food scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, opportunities for sports enthusiasts, and plenty of outdoor activities including hiking and biking trails.
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