Med-Surg/Telemetry RN
Largo, MD
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – MS/Telemetry (Night Shift)

Location: Largo, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: July 13, 2026
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (19:30–08:00)
Schedule: Every other weekend required; holidays as scheduled

Job Description

• Fast-paced, high-volume border role covering Emergency Department (ED), Medical-Surgical/Telemetry (MS/T), and Intermediate Care (IMC) units within specialty and scope.
• Patient ratio: 1:6
• Average daily census: 10 to 40 patients
• Unit size: 46 rooms
• Floating required between ED borders, extenders to MS/T, and IMC units.
• No pre-scheduled on-call shifts required.
• Scrub color: Royal Blue

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Maryland
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Medical-Surgical / Telemetry nursing
• Medical-Surgical / Telemetry experience within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification

Competencies & Testing

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (score ≥80%) within 1 year of start
• Color Blind Testing (required for clinical roles)
• Age-Specific Competency Exam (score ≥80%)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (score ≥80%) for RN specialties
• Other competency exams as applicable to specialty

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
• Fit test within 1 year of start (specific mask types accepted)
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or declination; series not accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap required if working with pediatric populations (not required for ER RN unless pediatric ER)
• TB testing: Negative QGOLD or TSPOT within 1 year or 2-step PPD as per protocol; must be updated annually
• Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 6–Mar 31)
• COVID vaccine not required for this location but documentation collected for tracking

Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID required
• Passport-style photo with solid white/beige background for badge
• Signed job description and confidentiality agreements prior to start
• Security ID application must be completed within 72 hours of signing contract
• Portfolio Epic Training Test Out Form may be required based on prior Epic experience
• TB questionnaire required within 2 weeks prior to start if positive TB history
• Other facility-specific questionnaires (e.g., Latex Allergy) as applicable

Additional Notes

• First-time travelers accepted; prior travel experience not required
• Floating and flexibility within specialty units expected
• High acuity and variety of patient diagnoses typical of ED and border units

This position offers a challenging and dynamic environment for experienced RNs comfortable with fast-paced border care across multiple units during night shifts.