Travel Contract

Telemetry Registered Nurse
Hickory, NC
LifePoint
3x12 hrs

$2,074/week
Posted 3 days ago Verified
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Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Description

Job Opportunity: RN - Telemetry (Travel)

Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Facility Overview

  • 294-bed hospital, Joint Commission Accredited
  • Services include cancer care, cardiac care, orthopedics, imaging, surgical services, and more
  • Located 45 miles east of Raleigh, NC
  • Close to major universities (Duke, NC State, UNC Chapel Hill, East Carolina University)
  • 15-minute drive to Lake Wilson

Position Details

  • Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry
  • Required Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty
  • Required Certifications:
    • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
    • BLS (Basic Life Support)
    • NIH Certification
  • Licensure: Registered Nurse License (RN)
  • EMR System: Cerner (experience required)
  • Additional Required Experience: Meditech experience required

Work Environment

  • Patient population includes adult telemetry patients
  • Joint Commission Accredited facility
  • Typical telemetry unit responsibilities

Notes

  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
  • Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for travel rate

This position is ideal for experienced telemetry RNs with Cerner and Meditech EMR experience looking for a travel assignment in North Carolina.

Employer

LifePoint

Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$1,152–3,533/week
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About Hickory, NC

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
Transportation
  • Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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