Med/Surg RN in Henderson, North Carolina

Job Description

This 13-week travel contract is for a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse working 12-hour night shifts in Henderson, North Carolina. You will care for adult and geriatric patients in a 48-bed medical-surgical unit, managing a high-turnover assignment with an expected ratio of approximately 1:6. The role includes starting IVs, inserting Foley catheters and NG tubes, performing EKGs, and managing heparin drips. NIH, ACLS, and BLS certifications are required, along with at least one year of experience and completion of at least one prior travel assignment. Weekend coverage may be needed, but there are no call requirements. Floating is rare and may involve assisting in inpatient rehabilitation or the ER with task-based duties. Bring your night-shift expertise and help keep the unit running smoothly while the rest of the city sleeps.

Weather

Henderson typically offers cool, comfortable weather around this time of year, with crisp evenings, mild daytime temperatures, and occasional rain. It is a pleasant season for exploring the area between shifts, though a light jacket and layers are useful for changing temperatures.

Fun Things To Do

• Local Exploration: Browse Henderson’s downtown shops, restaurants, and community spaces.

• Outdoor Break: Enjoy nearby parks, walking paths, and scenic green spaces.

• Day Trip: Spend a day exploring Durham’s restaurants, museums, and cultural attractions.

• Day Trip: Visit Raleigh for shopping, dining, entertainment, and city sightseeing.

• Regional Getaway: Take a scenic drive through the surrounding North Carolina countryside.

Job Specifics

City and State: Henderson, North Carolina

Shift: 12-hour nights

Duration: 13 weeks

Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week