Med Surg Tele

Med-Surg Telemetry RN — Night Shift | Burlington, NC

13-Week Contract | Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

This unit primarily serves a Med-Surg patient population with telemetry capability for general surgical patients, including pre-op and post-op care, medical overflow, and patients requiring BiPAP and drip management (excluding true Cardiac). The unit offers strong interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, CNA support, and a unit secretary. Adult and geriatric populations are served, with a daily census of approximately 27 patients.

Schedule & Coverage

• 3×12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Float to other health system campuses as needed for patient care

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• First-time travelers welcome
• BLS required; ACLS preferred
• Remote telemetry monitoring experience required
• All RNs must pass a compliance EKG exam (2 attempts allowed)
• Charge RN experience preferred

Clinical Skills

• Dysrhythmia interpretation, remote telemetry monitoring
• Port access, PICC/central line management, IV insulin protocols
• BiPAP/CPAP and high-flow nasal cannula management
• Blood product administration, PCA, heparin management
• Tracheostomy care, wound care/wound vac, surgical drains
• Pre/post hemodialysis management, colostomy/ileostomy care

Additional Details

• Orientation: 24 hours
• Scrub color: Not specified
• Requested time off must be submitted with the application
• Active RN license must be in hand at time of submission
• No candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility
• Contract length: 13 weeks | Start date: December 7, 2026