Step-Down Telemetry Registered Nurse
Dayton, OH
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Dayton, Ohio
Specialty: Registered Nurse
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on a mixed acuity unit caring for advanced care level patients, including those on advanced drips.
• Experience with advanced care/step-down units preferred.
• Target patient ratios typically 1:4, can be up to 1:5-6.
• Unit may use a team nursing model (RNs, LPNs, PCTs working together) or primary nursing depending on unit needs.
• Must float to all Stepdown/Advanced Care units within the hospital system.
• Floating may include multiple campuses within approximately 15 miles radius.
• No block scheduling; 36 or 48-hour shifts accepted (OT paid after 48 hours).
• Must be available to work every other weekend and holidays.
• No local candidates accepted; no travel partners allowed.
• No more than 7 days of Return to Office (RTO) approved.
• Must pass an online EKG Tele competency assessment prior to starting.

Experience & Requirements

• Minimum 1.5 years nursing experience; 2 years preferred.
• Experience in a large hospital, Level 1 trauma center preferred; Level 2 accepted.
• Travel nursing experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.
• Must be able to read and interpret EKG strips.
• NIH Stroke Certification required (must be current within 12 months).
• Nurses will be fitted for N95 masks prior to working on the HRRU unit unless PAPR is needed/offered.
• Medical exemptions for contract not accepted.

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (AHA only)
• ACLS (AHA only)
• NIH Stroke Certification (updated annually)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (must pass with 80% or higher within 3 attempts)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (within 2 years)
• Unit-specific Competency Exam (within 2 years)
• Other certifications as applicable (PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM) depending on unit assignment.

Documentation & Compliance Requirements

• I-9 and E-Verify completed on branded forms.
• Government-issued photo ID required.
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG.
• Fingerprinting required only for select units (not required for this assignment).
• Education verification and licensure primary source verification required.
• Ohio nursing license verification required.
• Physical exam within 2 years indicating fitness for duty.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray documentation.
• Immunizations or immunity documentation for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B.
• Drug screening within 12 months, including marijuana panel; must be negative.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• Respiratory safety clearance and medical questionnaire required prior to orientation.
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years (1 must be manager/supervisor/charge nurse).
• Current resume/application required.
• Skills checklist updated within 1 year.

Additional Notes

• Travelers are not eligible for employee incentives.
• Must be willing to float as assigned by Premier Health discretion.
• No local candidates accepted.
• No travel partners allowed.
• No medical exemptions accepted for contract.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs comfortable with advanced care patients, flexible floating assignments, and working in a fast-paced, mixed acuity environment.