Travel Med Surg Neuro RN - $2,405 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Neuro Unit position requiring at least 2 years of RN experience with 1 year of direct Med/Surg experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in a Medical Surgical - Neuro unit within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes stroke, neurosurgery, epilepsy, traumatic and non-traumatic subdural hematomas, and other neuro diagnoses
• Unit includes a 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), though travelers are typically not required to work in this area unless specially trained
• Unit has 43 rooms/beds with a daily census of approximately 42 patients
• Patient ratio is 1:6
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours, 18:45-7:15
• Contract length of 13 weeks or longer
• Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required to other MS/Tele areas, which may include COVID care units
• Uses Pyxis, Epic, and SBAR charting systems

Requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) currently in hand or pending
• Current certifications: BLS, NIHSS, and ACLS (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with at least 1 year of direct Med/Surg experience required
• Must have completed at least 2 successful prior travel contracts; first-time travelers will not be considered
• Stepdown/PCU experience preferred
• Skills required: IV start and telemetry, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and Med/Surg neuro experience
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

Additional Information

• Provide care primarily for stroke patients as well as neurosurgery and other neuro diagnoses
• Manage cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration required)
• 36-hour unit orientation required
• Navy scrubs required
• If a scheduled shift is missed, the missed day must be made up during the same week or at the end of the contract
• If RTO includes weekends, contract end date will be extended to make up for those dates
• Must work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Up to 7 days of RTO can be auto-approved if not falling on a holiday; additional RTO requires facility approval
• No RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
• No additional RTO may be requested after signing
• Local candidates accepted at a lower rate within 50 miles of the facility
• Travel pairs are allowed if placed on different units and disclosed at submission
• Previous PERM, PRN, or EP employees of Novant Health or New Hanover must wait 12 months before applying and disclose employment history for facility approval
• Current travel or per diem clinicians at the facility must choose between travel or per diem status, not both

American Traveler Job ID #P-740395. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg - Neuro

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.