RN Med/Surg Telemetry
Jacksonville, FL
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,372/weekOverview
- Start Date03/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Opportunity: RN - Med/Surg Telemetry (Travel)
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Specialty: RN Telemetry I
Job Requirements
Schedule:
- 36 to 48 hour shifts acceptable
- Every other weekend required
- Easter holiday required
Required Years of Experience:
- Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 1 year in specialty (default to higher if conflicting info found)
Prior Travel Experience:
- No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned
Required Qualifications & Certifications
Licensure:
- Current RN license in Florida with primary source verification within 30 days prior to assignment start
- Nursys verification required within 30 days prior to start
- License must be valid and match address requirements for compact license if applicable
Certifications:
- BLS (American Heart Association) required
- NIH Certification (updated every 2 years)
- Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, OSHA, etc.) completed within a year of start and updated every 3 years
- Ascension EKG Exam with passing score (updated every 3 years)
Health & Immunizations:
- MMR: Documented proof of two vaccines or positive IGG titer; no declinations accepted
- Hepatitis B: Vaccination series completion or signed declination
- Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); exemptions accepted with mask requirement
- Varicella: Proof of immunity or two doses of vaccine; no declinations accepted
- Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted
- TB Screening: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year, and annual TB questionnaire
- Fit Test: Required annually (specific mask types for WI and MI)
- Ascension 12 Panel Drug Screen: Completed within 30 days prior to start and updated annually
Other Requirements:
- Health Statement or physical exam completed prior to first assignment and updated annually
- Driver’s License or State ID (valid, must match address requirements)
- Ascension Skills Checklist (clinical skills verification) completed within 1 year of start and updated annually
Onboarding & Compliance
- Completion of Ascension-specific onboarding modules and attestations prior to or at start
- Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and others within 30 days of assignment start; updated annually
- Employment and education verifications required prior to start and updated annually
- Professional references: At least two qualifying references required prior to first assignment
- Ascension Cerner Test-Out and other facility-specific competency tests required prior to start
Summary
This is a travel RN position specializing in Med/Surg Telemetry in Jacksonville, FL, with a contract length of approximately 13 weeks. The role requires a current Florida RN license, BLS certification, and multiple health and competency verifications. The schedule includes every other weekend and Easter holiday coverage. Prior travel experience is not explicitly required. Compliance with extensive onboarding, immunization, and background check requirements is mandatory.
Employer
Olaro
13 nurses recommend working with Olaro
Pros
Very friendly, extremely helpful and patient, explains the steps needed well and clearly. Very understanding and kind. Dave always made sure to keep in contact and help control my fears as I started my first travel assignment.
Cons
None.
Recommends working with Olaro
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About Jacksonville, FL
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Jacksonville, FL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Jacksonville is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- In the summer, average highs are around 90°F and lows are around 70°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 65°F and lows are around 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Jacksonville, with many options available for furnished housing, especially in popular areas near the beaches and downtown.
- Jacksonville is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are available, including buses and the Skyway, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the expansive city and its surrounding areas.
- Jacksonville has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the lush greenery and potential exposure to hurricanes.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Jacksonville due to its numerous healthcare facilities and hospitals.
- Jacksonville offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially seafood options.
- The city also has a thriving arts community, with numerous galleries and the Riverside Arts Market.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf, tennis, and water sports along the coastline, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's parks and nature reserves.
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