Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - Shelby, NC

Nursing degree, active registered nurse (RN) license and minimum 1 years MS RN experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

Experience the charm and hospitality of North Carolina while advancing your career as a traveling Registered Nurse. Situated in the vibrant community of Shelby, this assignment offers the perfect opportunity to develop your clinical skills, gain valuable exposure to varying nursing practices, and add unique experience to your resume—all while exploring a region rich in Southern culture, natural beauty, and recreational adventures during your time off.

This assignment places you in a thriving medical/surgical and telemetry environment within a regional healthcare network where diverse workplace cultures, cross-facility collaboration, and flexible leadership styles provide exceptional professional development. Expand your skillset through hands-on work with a variety of patient diagnoses—cardiac, respiratory, neuro, and more—and benefit from collaborative support services such as 24/7 respiratory therapy, dedicated hospitalist teams, and modern technology, including EPIC EMR.

Schedule/Hours:

• Shift times: 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM or 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Every other weekend rotation
• Possibility of low census call; flex accordingly
• Holiday coverage: Travelers work 75% of holidays
• 6-week schedule cycles

Desired Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum 18 months Med/Surg or Telemetry RN experience
• Open to first-time travelers eager to grow
• Current RN license, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
• Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and routine non-titrating cardiac drips (Cardizem, Amiodarone)
• EPIC EMR experience (minimum 6 months)
• Strong IV start, wound care, and Med/Surg skills
• Willingness to float to regional facilities as required

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage patient loads with varied acute diagnoses (average RN: 1:5-6 patients, surge up to 1:7-8)
• Deliver high-quality care including medication administration, IV therapy, and monitoring
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and adjust to diverse settings
• Provide compassionate, efficient care and adapt to fast-paced observation units

Benefits & Perks:

• Premium travel assignment compensation
• Tax-advantaged stipends to maximize take-home pay
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits and robust 401(k) program
• Travel assistance for regional floating and relocations
• Job security with continuous opportunities
• Free parking and supportive, collaborative unit culture

Ready to propel your nursing career forward while exploring all that North Carolina offers? Take the next step—apply now and start your adventure!

$1,579 - $1,728/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 36 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.

Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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