Medical-Surgical Telemetry LPN
Rochester, NY
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Medical Surgical Nurse (LVN / LPN) - Travel/Contract

Location: Rochester, New York
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Hours per Week: 36

Unit & Work Environment

• 14-bed overflow med/surg telemetry unit for ED boarder patients
• Flex space within GI Endoscopy area; patient census may fluctuate based on demand
• Float required to care for med/surg patients based on census
• Weekend coverage every other weekend (EOW)
• Call requirements depend on staffing needs
• Communication via SBAR for ED patients; verbal report for other transfers/admissions
• Navy blue/white scrubs required

Required Qualifications

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in New York
• Minimum 1 year of Long Term Care experience within the last year
• Med Surg nursing experience
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Candidate Requirements & Preferences

• No local candidates accepted within 75 miles
• Pending license not accepted
• Minimal return-to-office (RTO) restrictions
• Open to block scheduling but not guaranteed
• First-time travelers accepted

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required
• 7-year criminal background check (including felony, SSN trace, national criminal, sex offender, education verification) within 3 months of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 3 months and updated monthly
• Foreign equivalency education evaluation if applicable
• Education verification required (hard copies of degrees/transcripts not accepted)
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Fit mask test within 1 year, updated annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; TB questionnaire accepted in lieu of annual renewal
• Immunizations or titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Drug screening within 30 days of start (includes amphetamines, cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, opiates, etc.)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required during flu season
• Snellen eye exam within 1 year of start
• COVID vaccination copy preferred but not required
• References (2 within 3 years) required for direct hire candidates
• Employment application and skills checklist required annually
• Work history verification of at least 2 past employments required for direct hire candidates

Additional Notes

• Facility uses SBAR communication method for ED patients
• LPNs are restricted from acting as resource or assuming assignments in GI or med/surg areas
• Float duties may include med/surg patients based on census
• Facility-specific onboarding modules and attestations required prior to start
• Fingerprinting and additional background checks may be required for certain units (mental health, behavioral health, home health aide, LTC)

This position offers a travel/contract opportunity in a dynamic med/surg telemetry environment requiring strong clinical skills, flexibility, and compliance with comprehensive credentialing and health requirements.