Progressive Care RN
Bryson City, NC
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Travel RN – Medical Surgical

Location

Bryson City, NC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) | Expected 36 hours/week | Rotating weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 17-bed Medical Surgical unit within a critical access hospital, serving inpatient, observation, and swing bed populations
• Manage a patient population primarily consisting of adults aged 18 and older, with a majority of patients aged 65 and above, at a maximum ratio of 1:6
• Perform and oversee PICC/CVC management and wound care as core clinical responsibilities
• Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team including PT, OT, Speech Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, and 24-hour provider coverage
• Utilize the Paragon electronic health record (EHR) system for documentation and care coordination
• Float as needed between facilities on Med-Surg or equivalent nursing units

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in North Carolina or compact state eligibility
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical or equivalent nursing experience
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required
• Proficiency in PICC/CVC management and wound care
• Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in a critical access hospital or small community hospital setting
• Familiarity with the Paragon EHR system
• Progressive care or step-down unit experience
• Comfort working in a team-oriented environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration

Why Join Us

• Work in a fully accredited critical access hospital nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains, offering a unique blend of meaningful patient care and an outdoor lifestyle with access to hiking, biking, kayaking, and more
• Join a supportive, team-focused unit with no call requirements, 24-hour provider coverage, and on-site access to CT, X-Ray, and lab services