Med Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Burlington, NC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)

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

Job Description

• Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts, nights (7 PM - 7:30 AM), every other weekend (EOW), holidays as needed
• Float required: All travelers must float between all facilities within the system
• Patient population: Inpatient unit with a variety of patients, specializing in stroke (neuro) care
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5 to 1:6
• Experience with multiple co-morbidities required

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of Registered Nurse experience (specialty experience)
• First-time travelers are accepted (prior travel experience not required)

Required Skills and Competencies

• Telemetry experience: remote monitoring required; on-unit monitoring preferred
• Feeding tube care and management
• Accessing ports, blood product administration
• Central line, peripheral line, and PICC line care/management
• Starting IVs
• Care for CVA patients and use of nasal cannula
• Isolation precautions
• Wound care and wound vac management
• Experience with patient ratios of 1:5-6

Required Certifications and Licenses

• North Carolina RN license (Primary source verification required within 30 days of start)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC certified
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for Cardiac Progressive Care, MS/Tele units)
• Pass/Fail EKG/Dysrhythmia exam required for all RNs (except Behavioral Health and Case Managers)
• EPIC system proficiency (Pass/Fail EPIC test required)
• Other certifications may be preferred or required depending on unit (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC) — verify with program management if unclear

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Social Security Card
• Background check within 60 days covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification (Associate’s degree in nursing or higher required)
• Transcript/Diploma as proof of highest education
• Employment application/resume with 7-year work history
• Verification of employment history for last 5 years
• Two supervisory references required (one within 12 months, one within 24 months)
• Annual skills checklist (must be updated within one week grace period)
• Physical exam (if applicable)
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start
• Fit mask test (annual)
• Fingerprinting (if applicable for Home Health and Long-Term Care roles)

Additional Notes

• Zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences
• Candidates must be flexible with scheduling
• Floating between facilities is mandatory for all travelers
• Candidates must complete and pass all required competency exams and certifications prior to start
• Badge photo must meet strict facility requirements (no selfies, solid color background, business casual or uniform attire)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized neuro/stroke inpatient unit with a supportive team and a structured schedule. It is suitable for RNs with at least 2 years of experience who are comfortable with telemetry and complex patient care. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.