RN Med Surg | Concord, North Carolina

A healthcare opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Nurse with MedSurg and Telemetry expertise, located in Concord, NC. This contract position offers a chance to work in a large, Level I Trauma teaching hospital that holds Chest Pain Center, Stroke Center, and Magnet Designation, providing an enriching environment for professional growth. Responsibilities include delivering nursing care to patients primarily undergoing head, neck, and gastrointestinal surgeries such as tracheostomies, laryngectomies, hernia repairs, colorectal surgery, cholecystectomies, appendectomies, and ostomy takedowns. Additional care for medical overflow patients is required. You will manage patient care with typical nurse-to-patient ratios ranging from 1:4 to 1:6, though ratios may increase during surge staffing. Support from CNAs, charge nurses, phlebotomy specialists, and hospitalists is available, but nurses are responsible for telemetry monitoring and responding to patient needs without dedicated monitoring techs. Qualifications and Desired Experience: Minimum of 2 years of MedSurg or Telemetry nursing experience required. BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications mandatory. Competent in cardiac rhythm interpretation, stroke care, trach and chest tube management. Skilled in PIV starts, NGT placement, drain/tube management, PCA pump operation. Experience with medication drip management including cardiac drips, Heparin, blood products, and IV fluids. Familiarity with EPIC EMR system and Alaris IV pumps preferred. Scheduling: Weekend rotation every other week. Travelers are expected to work approximately 75% of holidays. Up to 6 days off approved (excluding holidays), with contract extensions if needed. No on-call responsibilities. Parking available on-site at no cost. Location Overview: Concord, NC, is a vibrant city known for its rich history and southern charm. This location offers easy access to recreational parks, shopping, and dining experiences, all while being within a reasonable distance of larger metropolitan areas. Nurses in this community benefit from a balanced lifestyle combining professional fulfillment and enjoyable leisure time. This position follows a contract format with a radius rule requiring traveler permanent addresses to be at least 50 miles outside the home unit. Scrub color is navy for professional dress compliance. Qualified MedSurg/Telemetry RNs with the required certifications and clinical expertise are encouraged to apply to contribute to a high-acuity surgical and medical care team in a top-tier medical facility. Take this step to advance your nursing career in a supportive, well-resourced hospital environment. Apply now to be considered for this rewarding contract role.

Created: 2026-03-06