Med-Surg Telemetry RN
Burlington, NC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job in Burlington, North Carolina

Job Details

• Location: Burlington, North Carolina
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Schedule: Every other week (EOW), holidays as needed
• Float: Required to float between all facilities in the system
• Patient Ratio: 1:5-6
• Specialty Focus: Inpatient care with a specialized stroke (neurology) patient population

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience, with at least some experience within the last year
• Proficiency in EKG interpretation
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
• Experience with feeding tube care and management
• Skilled in central line care and management
• Skilled in PICC line management
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Certifications and Licenses Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA or ARC)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• Pass/fail EKG (Dysrhythmia) exam required (must score 82% or higher; 2 attempts allowed)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) — verify with recruiter/unit

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
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Varicella titer or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption
• Physical exam (if applicable)
• Fit mask test (N95 respirator) completed within current calendar year
• Fingerprinting required for certain positions (Home Health and Long-Term Care only)

Additional Requirements

• Candidate must be flexible with scheduling and aware of zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences
• Must complete all compliance documentation by deadlines prior to start date
• Must review and sign floating policy (required for all agency staff)
• Must submit a professional badge photo meeting strict facility guidelines (no selfies, solid background, business casual or uniform attire)
• Employment application/resume with 7-year work history required
• Verification of employment history for the last 5 years required
• Two supervisory references required from clinical assignments within the last 24 months

Summary

This is a 13-week travel Registered Nurse position on nights with a focus on telemetry and stroke/neuro patient care. The role requires a minimum of 2 years RN experience, telemetry monitoring skills, and multiple clinical competencies including line care and feeding tube management. Flexibility to float across facilities and strict adherence to scheduling policies is mandatory. Comprehensive compliance, background checks, certifications, and immunizations are required prior to start.

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