Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Winston Salem, North Carolina
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center

$1,768-2,122/week
Posted 1 hour ago  Verified
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Common job information

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse

Location

  • State: North Carolina
  • City: Winston Salem
  • Facility: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center

Employment Type

  • Travel/Contract

Job Description

  • Specialty: Registered Nurse
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Start Date: 3-4 weeks out
  • Experience Required: 1.5+ years
  • Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
  • Holiday Requirement: Work 75% of the holidays during the contract period
  • Floating Requirement: Yes, within scope to meet facility needs
  • Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week

Patient Ratios

  • 5-6 patients per nurse

Certifications Required

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Special Requirements

  • Flu vaccine
  • EPIC experience
  • Level 1 trauma experience or Level 2 with travel experience
  • No recent Atrium employees (including PRN and internal temp) within the past year
  • No recent return travelers who have lived locally

Additional Information

  • Local Candidates: Not accepted within 50 miles
  • Pending License: Accepted
  • RTO Restrictions: Every other holiday
  • First-timers: Accepted

Compliance Requirements

  • Documentation:
    • NC 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 must be current and valid.
    • Background check and education verification required prior to start.

Health Documents

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • TB Questionnaire
  • Vaccination records for Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, and Varicella
  • 9 Panel Drug Screen required within a year of start
  • Flu vaccination documentation required for the flu season

Background Check

  • 7-year criminal comprehensive background check required within 45 days of start.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals looking for a travel opportunity in a dynamic environment.

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 825 beds
ADDRESSMedical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem, NC 27157
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About Winston-Salem, NC

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry 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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