Medical-Surgical Nurse (RN) - High Point, North Carolina

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Job Description

Deliver skilled nursing care in a dynamic medical-surgical/telemetry unit that supports a diverse patient population with general medicine diagnoses, including diabetes, gastrointestinal, respiratory, renal conditions, wound care, chest tubes, and tracheostomies. This contract opportunity in High Point, NC, offers a rewarding environment to apply clinical expertise within a Level 1 Trauma Teaching Hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct and indirect patient care, including chest tube management, tracheostomy care, PIV starts, drain and tube maintenance, and PCA pump management.
• Monitor telemetry strips accurately and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams such as CNAs, charge nurses, respiratory therapists, hospitalists, intensivists, and rapid response teams.
• Manage medication drips including amiodarone, fentanyl, ketamine, dilaudid, and heparin infusions.
• Maintain clear and professional communication, both written and oral, under moderate to high-stress situations.
• Participate in weekend rotations every other week with shifts of either 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM or 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM.

Qualifications:

• Active RN licensure with at least 2 years of medical-surgical experience; first-time travelers with strong Med-Surg/Telemetry background are considered.
• Current certifications including BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (required for Resource Team).
• Ability to handle patient ratios of approximately 5-6 to 1 with CNA support.
• Competency with EMR systems (Epic), Alaris IV pumps, and Omnicell medication dispensing technology.

Work Environment and Schedule:

• Competitive contract assignment with a patient-centered culture emphasizing teamwork and high reliability.
• Free employee parking and designated royal blue scrub color.
• Orientation includes 2 days of departmental onboarding.
• Holiday work expectations approximate 75% coverage of holidays with no on-call duties.
• Schedule set on 6-week cycles.

About High Point, NC: High Point is known for its welcoming community, vibrant furniture industry, and convenient location within the Piedmont Triad. This city offers a mix of urban and suburban living with quality recreational, dining, and cultural options. Enjoy easy access to major highways and nearby cities, making it ideal for professionals seeking work-life balance.

Take advantage of this contract role to advance your career in a highly supportive, academic, Level 1 trauma hospital setting. Apply today to bring your Med-Surg/Telemetry nursing expertise to a thriving healthcare team.