Med-Surg Nurse (RN) - Huntersville, NC

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Job Description

Deliver high-impact care as a Med/Surg Telemetry RN in a dynamic acute care environment. This contract role supports a resource team spanning various regional medical centers, requiring adaptability and strong clinical expertise in general Med/Tele nursing.

Schedule/Hours:

• Weekend shifts: every other weekend required
• No on-call duty
• Holiday rotations: 75% of major holidays worked
• Up to 6 days off can be approved (excluding holidays; must fulfill contracted hours)

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of 18 months Med/Tele RN experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications mandatory (resource team requirement)
• Proficient in stroke management, cardiac rhythm interpretation, tracheostomy care, and chest tube management
• Competence with vascular access (PIV), NGT and drain/tube management (including Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, Foley), PCA pump operation
• Medication administration skills including cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, and IV fluids
• Epic documentation and experience with Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors
• Flexibility to float across multiple facilities within a designated regional group (as required by staffing needs).

Core Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive care to a diverse Med/Surg Telemetry patient population (e.g. end-stage renal, fluid overload, sickle cell, DM, altered mental status, complex wounds, pancreatitis, behavioral health)
• Effectively manage patient loads (RN ratios typically 1:5-6; may increase during critical surge)
• Collaborate with CNAs, charge nurses, phlebotomists, IV/VAT team, respiratory therapists, hospitalists, and intensivists
• Monitor and assess patients using advanced telemetry and documentation technology
• Respond promptly to changing clinical situations and float based on patient census and regional requirements

Benefits & Workplace Highlights:

• Structured orientation including facility and departmental onboarding
• Support from a multidisciplinary team
• Modern hospital environment with advanced resources (free parking, navy scrubs)

Advance your career as a Med/Tele RN while making a meaningful impact across multiple healthcare settings. If you meet the qualifications and thrive in fast-paced, adaptive roles, submit your application today!