Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Cleveland, OH
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide nursing care on Med/Surg Telemetry units with potential to float to units J1-2, J33, and Emergency Department caring for the same patient population.
• Rotating shifts: 12-hour shifts (7pm–7:30am and 7am–7:30pm). Shift rotation may be required to meet operational needs.
• Must work at least every other holiday.
• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication administration exam; passing scores required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum 18 months of total travel experience as a Registered Nurse.
• At least 1.5 years of Telemetry experience, with Telemetry experience within the last year.
• Current certifications required:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Certifications & Competencies

• Certification renewals must be current prior to start if expiring within 30 days.
• Baseline competency exams (medication administration and ECG interpretation) are required for all bedside RNs except OR RNs.
• SafeMedicate prep materials provided for exam preparation.
• Annual renewal of certifications as applicable.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming ability to perform essential job functions.
• Fit mask test (3M N95 1860 small/regular or 1870+) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required with official documentation:

  • Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test (2-step PPD, QGold, or TSPOT) within 12 months or chest X-ray if past positive.
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – 2 vaccines or positive titer; booster if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer; booster if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (no declinations accepted; exemptions require agency approval).
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted).
• Snellen eye exam within 1 year of start.

Background & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID required and must be carried on assignment.
• Comprehensive background check including 7-year FCRA-compliant search, education verification, and fingerprinting (FBI and BCI) required prior to start and updated annually.
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing; facility will also conduct fingerprinting onsite.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Primary source verification of state license and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start.
• References: 2 professional references from within 1 year of start (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).

Orientation & Facility Requirements

• Completion of online onboarding modules prior to start; must be done on a computer using Google Chrome.
• Modules include training videos and tests; skipping videos will lock out access.
• Modules typically take multiple days and must be completed before clearance to start.
• Photo for badge required (headshot, shoulders up, white background).
• Must complete SafeMedicate and ECG competency exams during orientation.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and meet operational needs.

Additional Notes

• Block scheduling is not accommodated for 48-hour contracts.
• Candidates with a break in employment longer than 6 months at this facility may need to repeat orientation modules.
• Candidates must maintain compliance with all health, background, and certification requirements throughout the assignment.
• Medical and religious exemptions for vaccines and fit mask are accepted but require agency and facility approval.

Shift Details

• 12-hour shifts, rotating between day (7:00am–7:30pm) and night (7:00pm–7:30am).
• Full-time hours: 48 hours per week.

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs with recent specialty experience and valid Ohio licensure seeking a travel contract in a fast-paced hospital environment.