Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Sidney, OH
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical (Travel/Contract)

Location: Sidney, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift: Nights, 3x12 hour shifts (7pm-7am), every 3rd weekend
Start Date: ASAP

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Med Surg Nights)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Licensed to practice in Ohio required
• ACLS certification is mandatory
• BLS and PALS certifications required
• First-time travelers are welcome (no prior travel experience required)

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): ARC, AHA, or US Department of Defense accepted
• BLS (Basic Life Support): ARC, AHA, or US Department of Defense accepted
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for ER, preferred for RRTs, required as applicable
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure): Required for OB units
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course): Preferred but not required for ER
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute): Required for Psych units (online courses not accepted)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum RN experience required for Med Surg
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Licensure & Verification

• Must hold a valid Ohio nursing license
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Primary source verification of state license required

Background & Health Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required (Ohio BCI fingerprinting only; must complete fingerprint appointment within 48 hours of contract signing)
• Drug screening: Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 30 days of start
• Physical exam within last 12 months (physician statement)
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tdap within 10 years or facility-specific declination
  • Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year or chest x-ray if positive
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer or declination
  • Hepatitis B: Positive titer, 3-dose vaccine series, or declination (must sign declination forms)
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines, positive titer, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or declination (preferred, not required)
• N95 fit test within past 12 months (3M 9205 model); on-site fit testing possible but not preferred
• Respirator medical clearance annually if respirator use is required

Orientation & Competency

• New Employee Orientation (NEO) module required prior to orientation (1-2 hours)
• Medication test and rhythm analysis during orientation (2 attempts allowed)
• Unit-specific competency exams required and must be updated annually
• Core competency testing and HIPAA acknowledgment required

Additional Requirements

• Proof of I9 or attestation
• Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service
• Residency declaration form if working on a compact license
• References: 2 professional references within 2 years required for travel positions
• Performance evaluations required if previously worked with the facility for over 1 year

Schedule & Work Environment

• Med Surg unit, night shift
• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each
• Every 3rd weekend required

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with Med Surg experience who holds current Ohio licensure and certifications, is comfortable working night shifts, and is ready for a travel contract assignment.