Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,764 per week

GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Hickory, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/02/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift Contract in Hickory, NC Travel Med-Surg RN opportunity in Hickory, North Carolina offering a 12-week night-shift contract, competitive weekly pay, and diverse adult and geriatric patient care experience. Travel Nursing Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,570–$1,650 Location: Hickory, North Carolina Assignment Type: 12-week medical-surgical travel nursing contract Start Date: October 26, 2026 End Date: January 18, 2027 Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m. Schedule: Alternating 3 shifts one week and 4 shifts the next; every third weekend Hours: Approximately 36 hours per week Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:6 Openings: 2 Orientation: 16 hours Required Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) Dress Code: Grape purple scrubs Med/Surg Registered Nurse Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or a valid Compact RN license At least 1 year of recent medical-surgical nursing experience Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Experience caring for adult and geriatric patients Strong patient assessment, prioritization, communication, and time-management skills Ability to work night shifts, alternating 3- and 4-shift weeks, and scheduled weekend coverage Comfort working as a medical-surgical float nurse across multiple units Medical-Surgical RN Responsibilities Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric medical-surgical patients. Float among medical-surgical departments as assigned, excluding critical care, psychiatric, and rehabilitation units. Assess patients, develop and implement individualized nursing care plans, and evaluate outcomes. Administer medications and treatments safely while monitoring for changes in patient condition. Provide care involving telemetry, oxygen therapy, IVs, central lines, feeding tubes, surgical drains, wound care, and other common medical-surgical needs. Collaborate with respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, rehabilitation, laboratory, social services, rapid response teams, and other interdisciplinary care team members. Document patient care accurately and communicate effectively during handoffs and care transitions. Respond promptly to changes in patient status and participate in emergency and rapid-response interventions when needed. About the Hickory, North Carolina Location Hickory is a welcoming North Carolina community known for its friendly atmosphere, scenic foothill setting, and convenient access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and cultural attractions. Located near the Blue Ridge Mountains, Hickory offers travel nurses an appealing balance of professional opportunity and relaxed small-city living. Apply now for this medical-surgical travel nursing opportunity in Hickory, North Carolina, and expand your clinical experience with a collaborative float team. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID 528273. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg About GHR Healthcare - Travel For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.