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Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Location: Winston Salem, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with Telemetry skills to care for surgery patients including colorectal, general surgery, hepatobiliary, orthopedics, and spine. Night shift position with target nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:6.

Shift Details

Shift: Nights, 18:45 - 07:15
Hours: 36 or 48 hours offered
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
Float Requirement: Occasionally
Scheduling: Self-scheduling with nurse manager input
Orientation: 36 hours
Scrubs: Navy blue or white (not provided)

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in North Carolina
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience, with experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
EKG competency

Patient Population

Surgery patients: colorectal, general surgery, hepatobiliary, orthopedics/spine

Unit Systems

Pyxis medication system
SBAR communication framework
EPIC electronic health record

Additional Notes

Return to Origin (RTO) after booking is not allowed and cannot be worked out onsite. Call-offs or additional RTO may result in cancellation.
Block scheduling requests reviewed case-by-case by unit manager.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements (Summary)

Background check within 6 months required
Drug screening within 6 months required
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year required
Required immunizations/titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
Medication safety training and hospital policy acknowledgements required
Competency exams including Dysrhythmia/EKG exam (must pass with 82% or higher)
Photo for badge required immediately after signing contract
Various facility-specific orientation and compliance trainings required

Important Compliance Testing

Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Must be completed within 72 hours of start; three attempts allowed with remediation process
Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required
Color blindness testing within 1 year required
Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment

Patient Care Environment

Surgery unit with diverse surgical patient population
Telemetry monitoring essential
Night shift with moderate patient load

This position is ideal for an RN with telemetry experience looking for a 13-week travel contract on a night shift caring for surgical patients in a telemetry setting. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.

Facility

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

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4 nurses recommend working with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center

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Certified Surgical Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

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Short Term Acute Care
879 beds

ADDRESS3333 Silas Creek ParkwayWinston-Salem, NC 27103

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About Winston-Salem, NC

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Winston-Salem, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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

Weather

In the summer, average highs are around 87°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 50°F, and average lows are around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Winston-Salem, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Winston-Salem is fairly car-friendly, with reasonable traffic and ample parking.
Public transportation options include buses, but the city is more reliant on private vehicles.

Demographics

Winston-Salem has a diverse population with a range of age groups.
Common health issues include obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Winston-Salem offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
The city has a thriving arts scene with galleries and theaters, and it hosts music festivals and concerts.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, hiking trails, and nearby mountains.

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