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Registered Nurse – Med Surg
Hickory, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$39-43/hour
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date05/11/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated pay
$39-43/hour

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • School loan reimbursement
  • Vision benefits
  • Wellness and fitness programs
  • Company provided housing options
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Pet insurance
  • Discount program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Health savings account
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Continuing Education
  • Dental benefits

Qualifications

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    Education
  • Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Description

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Med Surg

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


Job Description

  • Work in a 17-18 bed Med Surg unit within a hospital that includes specialized centers such as Brain, Cancer, Heart, Lung, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Center, and a Level 3 NICU.
  • Unit patient population includes adult and geriatric patients.
  • Common diagnoses treated include Pneumonia, COPD, CHF, CVA, and Cancer.
  • Float requirements include coverage across all areas of the facility.
  • No call requirements.
  • Electronic Health Record (EHR) system used: Cerner (experience with Cerner is required).
  • Patient ratio approximately 1 nurse to 4 patients.

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina.
  • Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
  • Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year of telemetry experience within the last year.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  • Experience with Cerner Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Additional Information

  • Dress code allows any scrub color; no unacceptable attire specified.
  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

This position is ideal for experienced Med Surg RNs comfortable with adult and geriatric patient populations and proficient in Cerner EHR.

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1041 reviews)

225 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

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Christine B
Med Surg (RN)
Review of Host Healthcare on Apr 8, 2026
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About

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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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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