Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Winston-Salem, NC
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)

Location: Winston Salem, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a Med/Surg Telemetry unit specializing in neurological care, including stroke and neurosurgery patients. The unit includes a 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and cares for patients with various neuro diagnoses such as epilepsy and subdural hematomas.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• Neurology experience
• Completion of 2 or more travel assignments
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• IV start skills
• Telemetry skills
• Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias

Unit Details

• Patient Population: Primarily stroke and neurosurgery patients, including epilepsy and traumatic/non-traumatic subdural hematomas
• Census: Approximately 42 patients daily, 43 beds/rooms
• Systems: PYXIS, EPIC, SBAR
• Orientation: 36 hours
• Scrubs: Navy color required

Scheduling & Attendance

• Preferred scheduling type
• No Return to Office (RTO) after booking allowed; call-offs or additional RTO may lead to contract cancellation
• If weekend shifts are missed, they must be made up either the same week or at the end of the contract
• Floating to other units may be frequent

Required Compliance & Documentation

• Background checks within 6 months
• Drug screening within 6 months (9-panel acceptable)
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year (or proof of past positive with documentation)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (per standard healthcare requirements)
  • Flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
• Physical exam (per travel agency standards)
• Medication safety training and other facility-specific mandatory education
• Photo for badge (passport style, navy scrubs, business appropriate attire)
• Completion of Non-Novant Health Worker Orientation (approx. 8-10 hours for acute care)
• Competency exams including medication and dysrhythmia/EKG testing

Additional Notes

• Block scheduling is not guaranteed
• Floating may include COVID care units
• Must be able to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Must be willing to work every other weekend
• Must complete all required certifications and competencies prior to start
• Navy scrubs required for the assignment

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs with neurological experience who have prior travel contract experience and are comfortable with floating and working in a fast-paced neuro-focused unit.