Travel Registered Nurse (RN), Same-Day-Pay

Concentric Healthcare Staffing 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: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Candidates residing within 50-100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted. Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position. Job Title Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical / Post Surgical (Neuroscience / Neuro Progressive) Location Hickory, NC | Acute Care Schedule / Job Type Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Days (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM) | Expected 36 hours/week Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care on a 20-bed Neuroscience/Neuro Progressive unit serving adult and geriatric populations Manage common diagnoses and treatments including stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), altered mental status (AMS), brain cancer, spine and neck surgery, and craniotomy Maintain a patient ratio of 5:1, utilizing equipment such as Masimo vital sign monitors and Zoll devices Document and manage patient records using Cerner EHR Float to other units as needed to support staffing requirements Fulfill weekend hour expectations of approximately 72 hours per 6-week period with no on-call requirements Required Qualifications Active RN license with a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience Associate degree in Nursing (or higher) required ACLS certification required BLS certification required Demonstrated neuro nursing experience and proficiency with NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be considered for travel rates Preferred Experience / Skills Leadership experience in a clinical or unit-based setting Strong teamwork skills with a personable and collaborative approach to patient care Familiarity with Masimo and Zoll monitoring equipment Why Join Us Join a large, full-service regional medical center offering a dynamic and specialized neuroscience environment with exposure to a wide range of complex neurological and surgical cases Projected start dates available in late 2026, offering advance planning time for travel arrangements and credentialing Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID 803136. 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: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical About Concentric Healthcare Staffing Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust. The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth. Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline. Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others