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Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - PCU Cardiology

Location

State: North Carolina
City: Winston Salem
Facility: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
Hospital System: Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Health-Winston

Employment Details

Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights
Ratios/Daily Caseload: 3:1
Years of Experience Required: 1.5+ years
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (EOW)
On-Call Requirement: No
Floating Requirement: Yes, within scope to meet facility needs (5 facility float clause is emergency only)
Guaranteed Hours: Yes

Qualifications

Certifications Required:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
Special Requirements:
- EPIC experience
- Level 1 trauma experience or Level 2 + travel
- No recent Atrium employees (including PRN and internal temp) within the past year
- No travelers that recently lived locally

Facility Highlights

Type of Facility: Acute care
Accreditations: Teaching, Magnet, & Level 1 Trauma
Total Staffed Beds: 749
Scrub Color: Royal blue (nursing)
Charting System: EPIC
Parking: Free in attached garage lot (accessible with badge)

Additional Information

Local Candidates: Not accepted within 50 miles
Pending License: Accepted
RTO Restrictions: Ideally no more than 2 weeks, added to the end of the contract
Holiday Requirement: 75% of holidays

Compliance Requirements

Documentation:
- North Carolina Driver's License must list an address greater than 50 miles from the facility.
- Residency Declaration Form if using a compact license that is not NC.
- Various certifications and health documents as specified (e.g., TB questionnaire, flu vaccination documentation).
Background Check: 7-year comprehensive background check required within 45 days of start.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals looking for a travel opportunity in a reputable facility with a supportive environment.

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ADDRESSMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157

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About Winston-Salem, NC

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Winston-Salem, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Winston-Salem is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up well with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In the summer, average highs are around 87°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
In the winter, average highs are around 50°F, and average lows are around 30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Winston-Salem, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms and local real estate agencies.

Transportation

Winston-Salem is fairly car-friendly, with reasonable traffic and ample parking.
Public transportation options include buses, but the city is more reliant on private vehicles.

Demographics

Winston-Salem has a diverse population with a range of age groups.
Common health issues include obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Winston-Salem offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international dining options.
The city has a thriving arts scene with galleries and theaters, and it hosts music festivals and concerts.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore parks, hiking trails, and nearby mountains.

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