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RN Med Surg

Location: Hickory, North Carolina Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: Travelers must start on December 7, 2026 (orientation date)

Facility Overview

355-bed hospital
32-bed ED, 29-bed inpatient rehab, and 15-bed surgical suite and imaging
Level 3 NICU
Home to brain, cancer, heart, and lung centers, orthopedics, general and vascular surgery, surgical weight loss, and a women's center
Separate campus with an 81-bed adult behavioral health hospital

Unit Details

Unit: 4 North, Medical Surgical
Beds: 18
Patient Ratio: 1:6
Patient Population: Adult/geriatric medical surgical
Equipment: Baxter IV pumps, SCD machines, Kangaroo feeding pumps, PCA pumps
Common Diagnoses/Treatments: COPD exacerbation, GI bleed, diabetic complications, wound care, pancreatitis, sickle cell crisis, end of life care/hospice, falls, weakness, sepsis, infection

Schedule

Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
Call Requirements: None
Float Requirements: As needed, to surgical, neuro, and intermediate units (will take med surg level patients)

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Med Surg experience (2 years)
Med Surg experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS)
NIHSS certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience with Cerner

Personality Fit

Team players
Strong patient advocates
Able to keep up on a busy floor

Dress Code

Scrub color: any

Facility

Frye Regional Medical Center

2.7rating(43 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Frye Regional Medical Center

Anonymous

Med Surg (RN)

4.0rating

Review of Frye Regional Medical Center on Jun 17, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
355 beds

ADDRESS420 North Center StreetHickory, NC 28601

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About Hickory, NC

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.

Transportation

Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.

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