Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
Greensboro, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)

Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts, Nights (7 PM - 7 AM), every other week (EOW)
• Holidays: As needed
• Floating: Required if needed; travelers may float across all facilities in the system
• Patient Population: Primarily Medical-Surgical (MS) Telemetry unit
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Registered Nurse)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers are welcome
• Preferred Experience: Previous Charge RN experience preferred
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Must pass a Pass/Fail EKG exam during onboarding
• Electronic Medical Record: EPIC system used

Patient Care Focus

• Observation patients
• Respiratory conditions/problems
• General Medical Surgical diagnoses
• Palliative, End of Life, Hospice patients
• Psychiatric Observation
• Diabetes management (including new diabetics and those with complications)
• Surgical patients and surgical observation

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Social Security Card (required for badge)
• Background Check (within 60 days, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years)
• Education Verification (Associate’s degree in nursing or higher required)
• Transcript/Diploma (copy of highest degree)
• Foreign Equivalency Education Evaluation (if education obtained outside the U.S.)
• Fingerprinting (NC SBI Fingerprint Results) required for Home Health and Long-Term Care only
• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Immunizations and Health Documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB or Chest X-Ray (Qgold/TSPOT within 6 months)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved exemption
• Drug Testing: Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 40 days of start
• References: 2 supervisory references required for clinical positions (one within 12 months, one within 24 months)
• Employment Application/Resume with 7-year work history
• Work History Verification for last 5 years

Testing & Competencies

• Pass/Fail EKG/Dysrhythmia Exam (required for all RNs except Behavioral Health and Case Managers)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Competency Exam (as applicable)
• Color Blind Testing (online, as applicable)

Additional Certifications (may be required or preferred depending on unit)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for MS/Tele and Cardiac Progressive Care units)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) - may be preferred for certain units

Facility Policies

• Zero tolerance for tardiness and unexcused absences
• Floating across facilities is mandatory if needed
• Candidates must review and sign floating policy and contractor equipment acknowledgement
• Badge photo must meet strict facility requirements (no selfies, solid color background, business casual or uniform attire)

Important Notes

• Candidates must be flexible with scheduling
• Compliance deadline is 12 Noon EST the Wednesday prior to the start date
• Candidates must acknowledge and pass all required testing and documentation for clearance
• EPIC test required for RNs and allied candidates (2 attempts allowed, possible 3rd attempt with approval)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic MS/Tele unit with a supportive environment for first-time travel nurses and those with prior experience.