Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Concord, NC
Excite Health Partners
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Title: RN - Med Surg / Tele
Facility: Advocate Southeast
Shift: 12-Hour Day Shift - 36 hours/week
Start Date: 12/01/2026
Assignment Length: 13.0 weeks
Scheduled End Date: 11/04/2026
Public Description: ASAP

Job Description:
Join our dedicated team as an RN on the Medical Surgical / Telemetry unit at Advocate Southeast, a reputable teaching hospital located at 920 Church St N, Concord, NC. This 28-bed specialty unit handles a diverse patient population including orthopedic, spine, trauma, vascular surgeries, and medical overflow cases. As an RN, you will provide high-quality care, utilizing your post-surgical skills to monitor incision sites, manage drains, chest tubes, wound care, mobility, and assist with specialized procedures such as trach care and NG tube insertion. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team supported by advanced technology, including EPIC EMR, Phillips and Massimo monitors, and Omnicell medication dispensing systems.

What You Bring:

• Minimum of 18 months of recent Med/Surg/Tele RN experience in a hospital setting
• Proven ability to care for postoperative and medical overflow patients with complex needs
• Strong assessment skills and proficiency in wound care, drain management, and post-surgical interventions
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with multiple patient ratios (RN: 1:4-6, surge up to 1:7-8; CNA: 1:7-10)
• Flexibility to float within region and scope of practice as needed
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to adhere to safety standards and patient-centered care principles

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Nursing degree from an accredited program (ASN, BSN preferred)
• At least 1.5 years of recent Med/Surg/Tele nursing experience in a hospital environment
• Experience with trauma, orthopedic, or vascular patient populations is desirable

Certifications and Licenses:

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - Required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) - Required
• NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) - Required for Resource Team
• Valid RN License in North Carolina - Required
• Ability to successfully complete hospital and department-specific orientation

Benefits & Career Development:

• Competitive weekly stipend of $839.13 and taxable pay of $1,478.45 per week
• Opportunity to work in a prestigious teaching hospital with advanced trauma and stroke centers
• Supportive and positive unit culture focused on teamwork and patient safety
• Flexible scheduling with every-other weekend rotations and holiday coverage (75%)
• RTO approval up to 6 days, with possibility to extend contract if necessary
• Comprehensive orientation and ongoing support from experienced staff and hospital resources

Additional Details:

• Scrub Color: Navy
• Free designated parking available
• Supportive environment with access to RT, hospitalist team, and behavioral response teams
• Floating across multiple regional facilities (Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division) as needed, with travel time paid if floating mid-shift

Ready to advance your nursing career with a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic hospital setting? Apply today!