Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Rutherfordton, NC

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical (Travel Contract)

Location

Rutherfordton, NC

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | 36 Hours per Week Guaranteed | 13-Week Assignment | Every Other Weekend Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on an 18-bed Medical Surgical unit serving an all-ages patient population
• Maintain a patient ratio of 1:6, delivering safe and effective nursing care throughout each shift
• Perform IV and nasogastric (NG) tube insertion as required by patient care needs
• Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately using Meditech EHR
• Float to other Medical Surgical areas within scope of practice as needed
• Communicate openly and effectively with the interdisciplinary care team to support positive patient outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in North Carolina or a compact state
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification — must be obtained prior to start date
• Demonstrated proficiency in IV and NG tube insertion
• Experience with Meditech or comparable electronic health record system

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to prioritize care in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Prior travel nursing experience in an acute care setting

Why Join Us

• Work at a 143-bed acute care facility committed to delivering a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services in a professional, team-driven environment
• Enjoy the opportunity to explore the scenic western North Carolina region, including proximity to Chimney Rock State Park, Lake Lure, and a charming downtown with local dining and seasonal markets