Travel RN Med Surg | Salisbury, North Carolina

Embrace the opportunity to grow your nursing career in Salisbury, NC—a region known for its rich history, southern charm, and easy access to the state’s beautiful landscapes and vibrant downtowns. Traveling to this area not only expands your professional horizons through exposure to a leading teaching hospital but also offers a chance to enjoy new adventures during your off hours, from exploring local arts and cuisine to soaking in stunning natural surroundings.

This travel assignment delivers unique professional growth by inviting you to work among diverse clinical teams, observe a range of workplace practices, and collaborate with seasoned nurse leaders. The experience will bolster your resume with hands-on exposure to med/tele and progressing PCU care, advanced monitoring technology, and critical medical diagnoses such as heart failure, chest pain, and complex post-procedure care.

Schedule/Hours

• 12-hour shifts (0645-1915 or 1845-0715)
• Every other weekend rotation
• No call requirements
• Expectation to work 75% of holidays
• 6-week schedule cycles

Qualifications

• 18+ months of recent Med/Tele RN experience (travel RNs must live 50+ miles from facility)
• Current, active RN license
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Strong skills in: PIV starts, NG tube management, pleurx and surgical drain care, chest tube management, cardiac rhythm interpretation, non-titrated drips, TR bands
• Not open to first-time travelers

Responsibilities

• Manage 4-6 (sometimes up to 7-8 during surges) adult patients, adjusting to acuity levels
• Provide proficient care for patients with cardiac, medical, and stepdown/PCU needs
• Collaborate with CNAs, resource nurses, and other interdisciplinary teams
• Adapt to regional floating within scope, with paid travel time if reassigned mid-shift
• Utilize Epic EMR, Omnicell, Alaris pumps, and Philips monitors

Benefits & Travel Perks

• Premium compensation
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage and 401(k) option
• Support with travel arrangements
• Tax-advantaged stipends for housing and meals
• Consistent work schedules for job security
• Free parking and team-oriented unit culture

Step out of the ordinary and take your med/surg skills to the next level while enjoying all that Salisbury and the surrounding region have to offer. Apply today and elevate your journey as a traveling nurse!