Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Concord, NC
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Days

Title: RN - MedSurg/Tele
Location: Concord NC
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift 12hr Day Shift - 36 Shift Information 0700-1900
SimpliFi Clinical Interviewing- Yes/No Yes
On Call, Call Back Requirements None
Weekend Rotation Every other weekend
Holiday Requirements Travelers will work 75% of holidays
Floating Requirements Region 1 - Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division (CMC Main + Mercy + LCH (peds only) -- could float to any of the facilities within region if the need arises & Within Stanly - Med/Tele (1:4), ICU, PCU (if open), ED holds – may be a task RN or take ICU – Med/Tele holds; Behavioral Health unit (only to pass medications/charting of med pass)

 

Facility Overview

• 457 licensed beds
• Level III Trauma Center
• Stroke Center of Excellence
• Bariatric Center of Excellence
• Chest Pain Center
• Radius Rule: Traveler must reside at least 50 miles from facility
• Note: Block scheduling requests cannot be accommodated

Department Overview

• Average Daily Census: 51 patients
• Minimum Experience: 18 months Med/Tele RN experience
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted

Patient Population

• Chronic diseases
• Congestive Heart Failure (CHF specialty unit)
• COPD
• Diabetes (DM)
• Wound care patients
• Geriatric population
• Mental health & addiction services (including long-term IV antibiotic therapy ~6 weeks)

Required Certifications

• BLS
• ACLS
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Patient Ratios

• Typical: 1:4–6 (acuity dependent)
• Surge: Up to 1:7–8

Required Skills

• Cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Management of non-titrating cardiac drips (e.g., Cardizem, Amiodarone)
• IV insertion and maintenance
• Blood product administration
• Wound care and dressing changes
• Care of patients with tubes, drains, and complex medical needs

Department Support

• Nurse Manager
• Administrative Clinical Supervisor
• Clinical Supervisor
• Staff RNs & CNAs
• Clinical Mentor
• Rapid Response RN
• House Supervisor

Technology & Equipment

• EMR: Epic
• Equipment includes:
  • EKG machines
  • Crash carts
  • Vein finder
  • Doppler
  • Telemedicine carts
  • Transfer devices
  • Glucose monitoring systems (GBS)
  • Language interpreter services

Scheduling & Shifts

• Shift Options:
  • Days: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Standard Schedule: 36 hours/week (12-hour shifts)
• Schedule Cycle: 6 weeks
• Weekend Rotation: Every other weekend
• On-Call: Not required

Floating Requirements

• Required to float within region based on staffing needs (within scope of practice)
• Region Includes:
  • Cabarrus
  • University City
  • Stanly
  • Lake Norman
  • Central Division (CMC Main, Mercy, LCH – pediatrics only)
• Possible float areas:
  • Med/Tele (1:4 ratio)
  • ICU, PCU (if applicable)
  • ED holds
  • Behavioral Health (medication administration/charting only)
• Mid-shift floating: Travel time is paid

Holiday & Time-Off Policy

• Holiday Requirement: Travelers must work 75% of holidays
• RTO:
  • Up to 6 days allowed (excluding holidays)
  • May require extension of contract to meet total hours

Orientation

• New Employee Orientation (NEO)
• 2 days unit-specific orientation

Additional Details

• Scrubs: Navy Blue
• Parking: Free

Work Environment

• Strong focus on teamwork and accountability
• Fast-paced Med/Tele unit with diverse, high-acuity patient population

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