Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Indianapolis, IN
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work on a medical-surgical unit specializing in post-operative care of colorectal surgery patients.
• Patient care includes those requiring negative-airflow rooms; candidates must be fit-tested for N95 masks or trained to use PAPR devices.
• Floating to different levels of care (Med-Surg, PCU, ICU) may be required.
• Weekend shifts expected every other week; consecutive weekends may be needed based on operational needs.
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be required with provided training.
• Teaching facility environment: travel nurses may precept or have students shadow them.
• Staffing ratios typically 1:5-6.
• Refusal to float may result in contract termination.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Indiana
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg nursing experience, with Med Surg experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Certifications (as applicable)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or equivalent.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or equivalent.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA or equivalent (if applicable).
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA only (if applicable).
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - as required.
• Chemotherapy certification - as required.
• Electronic Fetal Monitoring - as required.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment.

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam completed within 12 months of start date.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months.
• Fit test for approved respirators within 12 months.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tuberculosis screening (PPD, QuantiFERON, or T-SPOT) within 1 year.
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted.
  • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted.
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap strongly recommended.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• Annual TB questionnaire.
• Color blindness exam (Ishihara or equivalent) with 100% minimum score.
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender registry, and education verification required.
• Employment references: minimum 2 from recent employment with supervisory titles.

Additional Information

• First-time travel nurses are accepted.
• Call-in shift policies require making up missed shifts or adding shifts at contract end.
• Indiana RN license holders have restrictions effective 11/30/2024, with exceptions for perioperative and ambulatory specialties.
• On-site fit testing available only as a last resort; PAPR use requires prior facility approval except at certain hospitals where it is automatically approved.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation, competency exams, and safety acknowledgments required prior to start.
• Candidates must be willing to complete mandatory training modules and facility-specific paperwork in a timely manner.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Candidates must be comfortable with floating and working in a teaching environment.
• Refusal to float or comply with facility policies may result in contract termination.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic medical-surgical environment with a focus on post-operative colorectal care, requiring strong clinical skills and flexibility.