Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry - $1,766 per week in Winston Salem, NC

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: March 18, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry Location: Winston Salem, NC Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $1,766 per week Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 4/6/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified Med/Surg / Tele RN in Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27157! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Day Shift Hours per Shift: 36 Experience: Minimum of 2 years in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry License: Valid nursing license Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - Strong background in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry - Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care - Strong interpersonal communication skills - Ability to work collaboratively - Solid written and oral communication skills - Ability to tolerate moderate to high stress levels - Experience reading telemetry strips - Skills in chest tubes, tracheostomy care, PIV starts, PCA pumps Description: Registered Nurse for Medical-Surgical/Telemetry. The facility is a large hospital with a Level 1 Trauma Designation. It serves as a teaching hospital and is an academic medical center. The unit consists of 29 beds. Patient types include general medicine, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues, respiratory problems, renal conditions, and wound care. Common procedures involve lab draws and caring for chest tubes and trachs. Expected patient ratios are 1 RN to 5-6 patients and 1 CNA to 9-10 patients. Support staff includes CNAs, charge nurses, and receptionists. Phlebotomy support is shared with registered nurses. The resource team includes a rapid response team, respiratory therapists, and hospitalists available 24/7. Telemetry monitoring is centralized. Technology used includes an electronic medical record system and specific IV pumps and medication dispensing systems. Travelers may float to other Medical-Surgical units as needed. Weekend rotation is every other weekend, and holiday expectations require working 75% of holidays. Travelers are expected to adhere to a rotating schedule, which is planned six weeks in advance. The unit values patient-centered care, reliability, and teamwork. Scrub color is royal blue. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Different healthcare facilities may have varying levels of technological advancements. Working in diverse settings exposes you to a range of medical technologies, contributing to your technological literacy. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS MS Tele Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29507498EXPTEMP

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