Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Canton, OH
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Med/Surg Telemetry)

Location: Canton, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7pm - 7:30am)
• Specialty: Med/Surg Telemetry
• Minimum Experience: 18 months recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience required
• Must have Epic electronic health record experience
• Must work at least every other holiday

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Current Ohio RN license or compact state license in hand
• AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required
• NIH Stroke Certification must be obtained prior to start
• Pass ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication test during orientation (passing score required)

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience
• Epic experience required
• One recent reference from a manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in the specialty is required for submission
• Must have current Ohio RN license or compact state license
• Pass required competency exams and assessments during orientation

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit prior travel experience required

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Snellen eye exam (required for new candidates signing after 4/11/2025)
• Fit mask test (N95) within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
• Required immunizations/vaccinations with official documentation:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Measles (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Mumps (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (10/31 - 03/31)
• Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted)

Background & Compliance

• Background check required prior to start, including FCRA compliant 7-year search and education verification
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• Must complete all required onboarding modules prior to start (typically takes multiple days)
• Must complete annual competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable

References & Employment History

• Two references required from employment within one year of start, from a manager, ANM, supervisor, charge nurse, or director (co-worker references not accepted)
• Employment application must include at least 3 years prior work history, including 2 years clinical practice in an acute care setting in a similar area

Additional Notes

• Candidates must carry a government-issued photo ID while on assignment
• Candidates will complete ECG rhythm recognition and SafeMedicate testing during orientation; passing scores are mandatory
• Candidates must complete all required training modules on a computer using Google Chrome; modules cannot be completed on a phone
• Candidates with a gap in employment longer than 40 days may need to update physical and eye exams
• Facility accommodates latex allergies with notification

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs with strong clinical skills, Epic experience, and the ability to work night shifts in a fast-paced hospital environment.