Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Bloomington, IN
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Bloomington, Indiana
Specialty: Registered Nurse
Unit: 2E Overflow
Shift: 3x12 hour shifts or 4x12 hour shifts
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• First-time travelers not accepted
• Certifications required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale Certification)
• License: Must have Indiana RN license, compact license, or temporary license at time of start
• Locals not accepted
• Pending license accepted if IN license/compact/temp license is in hand at start
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be required with training and resources (only submit if willing)
• Perioperative/OR RNs, Allied, and Ambulatory RN travelers are exempt from Indiana RN restriction effective 11/30/2024

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy)
• Background Check within 90 days, including:

  • 7 years residence/work history
  • SSN Trace, County Criminal, Statewide, National Sex Offender, FACIS Level III
  • Education Verification (new travelers only)
  • International search if lived/worked outside US in last 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Official Transcript or Diploma (may be pending at start)
• Education Verification by 3rd party (may be pending at start)
• State License Verification online within 30 days before start
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam
• Unit Competency Exam
• Color Blind Testing (Ishihara or equivalent, 100% minimum score)
• HIPAA Acknowledgement
• References: Minimum 2 from recent employment verified within 2 years, must be from charge/manager/supervisor or above
• Employment Application current with explanation of any gaps over 30 days
• Skills Checklist within 12 months, updated annually

Certifications (AHA or equivalent, RQI acceptable where noted)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - required for all candidates
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring (per unit requirements)
• Tech Certification (as applicable, within 30 days of start)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 12 months of start
• Fit Mask Test within 12 months (approved respirators only)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (strongly recommended, preferred)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 1 year of start
• TB Questionnaire updated annually
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella (Chickenpox)
  • Hepatitis B (series, titer, or signed declination)
• Drug Testing: Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 12 months
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required for 2025-26 season (no declinations accepted)
• Color Blind Exam (Ishihara or equivalent)

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific compliance and confidentiality agreements prior to start
• Completion of orientation packets and tests as required
• Proof of valid auto insurance required for Hospice specialty travelers

Additional Notes

• IU Health will not allow Indiana RN travelers to work at their facilities after 11/30/2024 except for Periop/OR, Allied, and Ambulatory RN travelers
• Charge nurse duties may be assigned based on operational needs with provided training
• Must be willing to work required holidays

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with required certifications and licensure who are comfortable with potential charge nurse responsibilities and holiday shifts.