Med Surg Telemetry RN
Winston Salem, NC
GHR Healthcare - Travel
3x12 hrs

Experienced Med/Surg Tele RN wanted for a 13-week travel nursing contract in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, caring for adult orthopedic, neuro-spine, medical-surgical, and post-surgical patients. This opportunity is ideal for a Registered Nurse with strong orthopedic nursing experience, telemetry skills, and a commitment to excellent pain management and patient-centered care.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,710–$1,800
• Location: Winston-Salem, North Carolina
• Healthcare Setting: Adult Med/Surg Telemetry; orthopedic and post-surgical unit
• Contract: 13 weeks, beginning October 19, 2026
• Nursing Schedule: 3 shifts per week; 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights, approximately 6:45 p.m.–7:15 a.m.
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Patient Ratio: Typically 5–6 patients per nurse, with flexibility up to 7 based on unit needs
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic experience required
• Floating: Must be willing to float to other medical-surgical units within or near the facility as needed

Med/Surg Tele RN Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a compact state; pending license may be considered for submission
• Minimum of 2 years of Registered Nursing experience
• Required: Recent orthopedic nursing experience
• Previous travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travelers with Epic experience may be considered
• Current BLS and NIHSS certifications
• ACLS certification preferred
• Demonstrated telemetry nursing experience, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with IV starts and maintenance, telemetry monitoring, pain management, surgical drains, PCA, central line care, blood products, and post-surgical care
• Ability to care for adult orthopedic, neuro-spine, medical-surgical, and post-surgical patients
• Must successfully complete required pre-start testing and education within established timeframes, including an EKG assessment

Travel RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for adult orthopedic, neuro-spine, medical-surgical, and post-surgical patients
• Monitor telemetry and recognize, interpret, and respond to dysrhythmias
• Deliver timely, individualized pain management for high-acuity orthopedic and post-surgical patients
• Perform patient assessments, administer medications, manage IV therapies, and evaluate responses to treatment
• Care for patients following total joint replacement, hip trauma, spine procedures, and other orthopedic surgeries
• Manage surgical drains, central lines, peripheral lines, PCA therapy, oxygen therapy, and related postoperative equipment
• Apply appropriate isolation precautions and infection-prevention practices
• Collaborate with physicians, therapy services, respiratory services, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and communicate changes in patient condition promptly
• Float to other medical-surgical units when needed and contribute to a supportive, customer-service-focused care environment

Winston-Salem offers a welcoming Piedmont Triad setting with a vibrant arts and cultural scene, beautiful parks, diverse dining, and convenient access to outdoor recreation. Apply now for this North Carolina travel nursing opportunity.

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