Med-Surg Nurse (RN) in Concord, NC

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Job Description

An opportunity is available for a registered nurse skilled in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing to provide care within a dynamic Level I Trauma and Magnet-recognized teaching hospital. This contract role supports patient population needs primarily on Med/Tele units covering ED Holds in a facility recognized for its stroke and chest pain centers.

Location Overview: Situated in Concord, NC, this hospital features 874 licensed beds with a dedicated 43-bed Emergency Department (ED) and additional boarding beds. The vibrant community offers a mix of suburban charm and access to metropolitan amenities, making it an attractive area for healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients presenting with trauma, cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and complex medical conditions.
• Manage critical care interventions including trauma protocols, cardiac rhythm monitoring, chest tubes, blood administration, and sedation.
• Execute routine Med/Tele nursing duties such as tracheostomy care, infusion management, and drainage system care within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory therapy, hospitalists, intensivists, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes.
• Adapt swiftly to floating assignments across regional facilities as required.
• Utilize EMR system EPIC, along with Alaris IV pumps and Omnicell medication dispensing technology.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Registered Nurse license with a minimum of 2 years Med/Tele or ED experience preferred.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS mandatory; PALS, CPI, and TNCC preferred for ED roles.
• Demonstrated competence in trauma care, cardiac monitoring, IV starts, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to manage patient ratios of approximately 1:5 and collaborate effectively with CNAs and charge nurses.
• Flexible to floating within regional facilities and willing to work every other weekend and approximately 75% of holidays.

Schedule:

• Weekend rotation: Every other weekend.
• Holidays: Work approximately 75% of scheduled holidays.
• Up to 6 days off approved excluding holidays, with contract adjustment if needed.
• No on-call responsibilities.

Additional Perks:

• Free parking on site.
• Provided orientation including onboarding and departmental training.
• Navy scrub color requirement.

This role offers a unique opportunity to apply specialized Med/Tele or ED nursing skills within a high-acuity teaching hospital environment and contribute to a multidisciplinary team driven to deliver exceptional patient care. The position is contract-based, suitable for experienced nurses ready to accept travel assignments with flexibility.

Interested candidates with the required skills and certifications are encouraged to apply promptly to explore this rewarding nursing assignment in Concord, NC.