Contract | Nights | 4x12-Hour Shifts (18:45–07:15) | Onsite | 48-hour shifts may be offered | Contract length: 16 weeks minimum through February 27, 2027
Key Responsibilities
Provide intermediate-level nursing care to a sub-specialized neurological and medical intermediate patient population with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
Manage and titrate vasoactive and cardiac drips, including Levophed (LEVO), heparin protocols, thrombolytic agents, PCA, and IV insulin drips
Perform and interpret cardiac monitoring, including telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation and management; participate in Rapid Response and Code team activations
Care for complex neurological patients including those with CVA, intracranial bleeds, traumatic brain injury, craniotomy, aneurysm repair, lumbar drains, seizure disorders, spinal cord injury, and post-TPA care
Manage respiratory needs including tracheostomy care, BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, chest tubes, ventilated patients, and ABG interpretation
Float as needed to other intermediate areas and critical care (ICU/Stepdown) units; expected to work a minimum of 3 weekend shifts every six weeks
Required Qualifications
Active RN license – NC state license or Compact license required
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required; neuro stepdown or neurological nursing experience strongly preferred and must be disclosed if limited
Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers will not be accepted
ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Proficiency in Epic EMR required; experience with Pyxis and SBAR documentation required