Registered Nurse - General Surgery

Location

Asheville, NC

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

6:45 PM - 7:15 AM

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to join our General Surgery unit. The ideal candidate will possess telemetry competency and be capable of managing a patient load of 6-7, depending on the shift. Experience in urology and bowel care is essential, as these are key patient populations in the unit.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients using telemetry.
• Administer PCA and TPN as needed.
• Manage wound vacs, tube feeds, and urinary catheters.
• Perform care related to colostomies and urostomies.
• Assist with various surgical procedures, including but not limited to cholecystectomies, appendectomies, and hysterectomies.
• Maintain effective communication with the interdisciplinary team, including charge nurses, unit secretaries, providers, and CNAs.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Active RN license and BLS certification.
• Telemetry competency.
• Experience in urology and bowel care preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
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• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!