Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN (Ortho/Neuro Spine)
Winston Salem, NC
Wayward Medical
3x12 hrs, Nights
Relocation Bonus

Registered Nurse - Travel/Contract

Location: Winston Salem, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 12-hour nights (typically 3 shifts per week, 18:45 - 7:15)
Hours per Week: 36 (option for 48 hours available)

Job Description

• Fast-paced medical-surgical unit with orthopedic and neuro spine patient population.
• Patient census averages 37 with 39 beds.
• Patient diagnoses include orthopedic, neuro spine, med-surg, and post-surgical cases.
• Covid patients are cared for on all units unless in ICU.
• Nurses must manage pain effectively for ortho and spine patients.
• Float requirement: Must float to other med-surg units as needed based on census.
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend required; missed weekend shifts must be made up on a weekend.
• Block scheduling options available (e.g., Fri/Sat/Sun or Sat/Sun/Mon).
• No approval for holiday time off (RTO).
• Maximum 7:1 patient ratio only in extreme cases; typical ratio 5-6:1.
• Must pass EKG competency testing prior to start.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina.
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, with at least some experience within the last year.
• Orthopedics nursing experience.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Experience in charge nurse roles.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification.
• Level I trauma experience.

Compliance & Onboarding Requirements

• Background check required within 6 months of start.
• Drug screening (9-panel) within 6 months of start.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start; additional documentation if history of positive TB.
• Required immunizations and titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B. Declinations generally not accepted.
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season; mask required if exempt.
• Photo ID (passport-style photo on white background) required immediately after signing contract for badge creation.
• Must complete facility-specific education modules and annual compliance training prior to start.
• Must complete medication safety training and confidentiality agreement.
• Must complete Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam within 72 hours of start (minimum 82% score required).
• Must complete color blindness testing within 1 year prior to start.
• Must complete physical exam and other health documents as per travel agency standards.

Additional Notes

• No return to office (RTO) allowed after booking; call-offs or additional RTO may result in cancellation.
• Travelers must be prepared to float to other med-surg units as needed.
• Strict adherence to weekend and holiday scheduling policies.
• EPIC experience is required for first-time travelers.
• Must complete all onboarding and compliance requirements timely to avoid start delays.

This position offers a challenging opportunity for RNs with orthopedic experience who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are flexible with scheduling and unit assignments.