Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Maryville, TN
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - MS/Telemetry

Location

• Maryville, Tennessee

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Shift Details

• Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 - 07:15)
• Weekend coverage every other weekend
• Staffing ratio at night: 1 nurse to 6 patients

Unit and Patient Population

• Float required: may be assigned to other units based on need and skill set
• Inpatient unit focused on stroke and TIA patients, also higher acuity med-surg patients
• Patient age group: Adults and Geriatrics
• Common patient diagnoses: Stroke/TIA, Seizure, Syncope, Pneumonia, Chest Pain, Dialysis, Acute Kidney Failure, Post Heart Catheterization, Respiratory Failure, Encephalopathy, Congestive Heart Failure, Sepsis
• Special procedures: Peritoneal dialysis, continuous bladder irrigation
• Medication system used: Omnicell

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Tennessee
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Telemetry experience within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• Certifications required:

  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Orientation and Training

• Completion of online modules (approx. 12 hours) within 72 hours of assignment
• 16 hours of non-billable orientation onsite
• Pass/fail testing (medication and EKG/arrhythmia) required prior to start
• Floating policy acknowledgment may be required (not for all locations)

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet job demands
• Drug screening within 1 year, 5-panel minimum
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (if working in high-risk areas)
  • Negative TB test (2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or Tspot within 90 days)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine can be pending if collected within 28 days)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination
  • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines (second vaccine can be pending if collected within 28 days)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved exemption required annually (not required for remote workers)
• Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation (N95 masks commonly used)
• Annual background checks and verifications including:

  • 7-year background check within 12 months of start
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks every 30 days during assignment
  • Primary source verification of RN license within 30 days of start
• Photo for badge required (passport-style, light background, no obstructions)

Additional Notes

• Must be able to work night shifts with weekend rotation
• High focus on patient experience and care quality
• Candidates must be prepared for floating to other units as needed
• Compliance with all required documentation and training is mandatory for clearance and continued employment

This summary includes all critical information relevant to healthcare recruiters and nurses considering this travel nursing assignment.