Med-Surg Telemetry RN Stroke Unit
Burlington, North Carolina
Alamance Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job in North Carolina (Burlington)

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Burlington, North Carolina
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Schedule: Every other weekend and holidays as needed
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Patient Ratio: 1 nurse to 5-6 patients
• Unit: Inpatient telemetry with a specialized stroke (neurology) patient population
• Float Requirement: Must be willing to float between all facilities within the system

Required Experience & Skills

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Telemetry experience with a minimum of 2 years, including telemetry experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or ARC
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing requirements
• Successful completion of EKG exam
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Experience with patient ratios of 1:5-6
• Experience caring for CVA (stroke) patients

Required Certifications & 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 telemetry/stroke care units)
• Pass/Fail EKG (Dysrhythmia) Exam - must pass with minimum 82%
• EPIC electronic health record system proficiency
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (verify with program management)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Social Security Card (required for badge issuance)
• Background check within 60 days covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years, including aliases and multiple search levels
• Education verification (Associate’s degree in nursing or higher required)
• Transcript or diploma copy may be required
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start (including THC, opiates, cocaine, amphetamines, etc.)
• Immunizations and health documents:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine proof
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption
• Fit mask test (N95 respirator) completed within current calendar year and updated annually
• Physical exam (if applicable)
• 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)
• Completion of facility-specific documents including floating policy and contractor equipment acknowledgement
• Badge photo meeting strict facility requirements (no selfies, solid color background, business casual/uniform attire)

Important Notes

• The client has a zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences.
• Compliance deadlines are strict; all required documentation must be completed by 12 Noon EST the Wednesday prior to the start date.
• Candidates must be flexible with scheduling and floating between facilities.
• Pass/fail EKG exam is mandatory for all RNs regardless of specialty.
• First-time travelers are welcome; prior travel experience is not required.
• Candidates must acknowledge and complete all required tests and documentation prior to clearance.
• Candidates will receive Workday login information two weeks before start for onboarding tasks, including multi-factor authentication setup.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized inpatient telemetry unit focused on stroke patients, requiring strong clinical skills and flexibility.