Med Surg Tele

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

13-Week Contract | Nights 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM | 3x12-Hour Shifts

This unit serves a primarily Med/Surg patient population within a tele-capable environment. The patient mix includes general surgical patients with pre-op and post-op care needs, as well as medical overflow cases — including patients requiring BiPAP and drips — with the exception of true cardiac patients. CNA support and a Unit Secretary are present on the unit.

Shift & Schedule

• Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Every other weekend required
• Float to other campuses as needed for patient care

Patient Population & Acuity

• Adults and geriatrics
• General surgical, pre/post-op, medical overflow
• Remote telemetry monitoring capability

Clinical Skills Required

PICC/central line management, BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, IV insulin protocols, heparin drips, blood product administration, tracheostomy care, wound care/wound vac, chest tube management, pre/post hemodialysis management, dysrhythmia interpretation, and PCA management.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• BLS required; ACLS preferred
• Remote telemetry monitoring experience required
• Charge RN experience preferred
• Active RN license required at submission
• EKG compliance exam required (2 attempts allowed)
• No local candidates within 50-mile radius
• First-time travelers welcome

Compliance Notes

• Requested time off must be submitted with application
• Third-party education verification required
• No open background cases permitted
• COVID-19 and flu vaccines required (medical/religious exemptions considered)