Job Description

Job Description

GHR Healthcare - Travel Division 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: 01/11/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg Travel Nursing Jobs in Hickory, North Carolina\n

\n Advance your nursing career with a rewarding Med/Surg Registered Nurse travel assignment in Hickory, NC (zip code 28601). Join a leading healthcare team at a modern, 355-bed hospital featuring specialized centers for Brain, Cancer, Heart, Lung, and Orthopedics. Hickory offers a vibrant arts scene, scenic parks, and a welcoming community—making it a top destination for North Carolina nursing jobs.\n

\n\nMed/Surg RN Job Details\n

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• Location: Hickory, North Carolina (28601)\n
• Assignment Type: Travel Nurse\n
• Unit: Medical Surgical (Med/Surg)\n
• Start Date: January 11, 2026\n
• End Date: April 12, 2026\n
• Duration: 13-week contract\n
• Shift: 12 Hour Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)\n
• Hours per Week: 36\n
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1,590 - $1,710\n

\n\nRegistered Nurse Qualifications\n

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• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or compact state\n
• At least 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience\n
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association\n
• Ability to work night shifts in a fast-paced healthcare environment\n
• Eligible for travel nursing (must reside 60+ miles from Hickory, NC)\n

\n\nMed/Surg RN Responsibilities\n

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• Provide high-quality, compassionate patient care in the Medical Surgical unit\n
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions and progress\n
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments\n
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans\n
• Educate patients and families on care plans and post-discharge instructions\n
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment in compliance with healthcare regulations\n

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Apply now to join our healthcare team and discover exciting travel nursing opportunities in Hickory, North Carolina!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:

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 Division Job ID #434829. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg

About GHR Healthcare - Travel Division

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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Shift work, Night shift,

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