Med-Surg Nurse (RN) in Winston-Salem, NC

Job Description

Job Description

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.

This opportunity is for an experienced Registered Nurse with a Medical-Surgical and Telemetry background, available on a contract basis in Winston-Salem, NC. The role is based at a prominent academic medical center with 885 licensed beds, Level 1 Trauma Designation, and specialized centers for chest pain and stroke care.

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• Current RN licensure with at least 2 years of medical-surgical and telemetry experience
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (required)
• Strong competency in direct and indirect patient care
• Experience with telemetry strip interpretation, chest tubes, tracheostomies, PIV starts, drains/tubes, and PCA pumps
• Skilled in managing infusions (e.g., Amiodarone, Fentanyl PCA, Ketamine PCA, Dilaudid PCA, Heparin)
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Capability to collaborate within high-stress clinical environments

Responsibilities:

• Care for patients with diverse medical diagnoses including diabetes, gastrointestinal, respiratory, renal issues, wounds/dressing changes, chest tubes, and tracheostomies
• Manage patient ratios of approximately 5-6:1 (RN) and 8:1 (CNA)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including CNAs, charge nurses, receptionists, phlebotomy, rapid response team, respiratory therapists, hospitalists, and intensivists available 24/7
• Utilize Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Omnicell medication dispensing systems
• Participate in departmental orientation and adapt to unit culture focused on patient-centered care, reliability, and teamwork
• Float as needed to other Medical-Surgical units

Location Highlights:Winston-Salem, NC, is a vibrant city known for its rich history, cultural attractions, and strong healthcare community. Nurses will benefit from working in a well-resourced academic medical center that emphasizes professional growth and quality patient care.

This contract role offers free employee parking and a supportive work environment noted for its professional culture and reliable teamwork. Royal blue scrubs are standard for this unit.

Qualified candidates with a strong medical-surgical telemetry background are encouraged to apply for this rewarding opportunity.