Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Warrensville Heights, OH
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (Med/Surg Telemetry) - Travel/Contract

Location: Warrensville Heights, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Night shifts, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (36 or 48 hour option)
• Experience Required: Minimum 18 months recent permanent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• Licensing: Must have a permanent Ohio nursing license or a compact state license in hand
• Certifications Required:

  • AHA BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• Holiday Work: Must work at least every other holiday
• Assessments:

  • ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication test during orientation (passing score required)
• Documentation Submission: Hours worked submitted via Qualivis – Lotus system

Required Credentials & Compliance

Background Checks

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID) required and must be carried on assignment
• Comprehensive background check prior to start, including:

  • FCRA compliant 7-year search (SSN Trace, Counties, States, Nationwide)
  • National Sex Offender Registry
  • OFAC, FACIS Level 3
  • Education verification
• Background checks must be updated annually or after breaks in service of 2+ months
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start, updated annually

  • Must be completed within 48 hours of signed contract
  • Fingerprints done under code 4723.09 (Nursing)
  • Facility will conduct additional fingerprinting onsite
  • Candidates may start with fingerprint results pending if fingerprinting is completed prior to start

Certifications

• Mandatory:

  • ACLS (AHA Instructor or Provider, RQI acceptable)
  • BLS (AHA Instructor or Provider, RQI acceptable)
• Preferred/As Applicable:

  • PALS, NRP, TNCC, CHEMO, Tech Cert Verification, NIH Stroke Certification
• Annual acknowledgment of Orientation Safety Manual and Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required
• State License verification and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
• Pass/Fail ECG & Medication testing during orientation (not required for legacy candidates with <6 month gap)

Health Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Snellen eye exam (required for new candidates signing 4/11/2025 or later)
• Fit Mask (N95) fit test within 12 months, updated annually
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (annual)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination series
  • Varicella vaccinations or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted)

Onboarding & Orientation

• Completion of online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome)
• Modules include SafeMedicate preparation materials and other facility-specific training
• Modules must be completed fully (video watched before test)
• Onboarding process may take multiple days; candidates should prioritize completion
• Candidates returning to the system with less than 6 months gap may have some onboarding requirements waived

Employment History & References

• Employment application must include 3 years prior work history, with at least 2 years in acute care and similar clinical area
• Two professional references required from employment within one year of start (Manager, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, or Director)
• Co-worker references are not acceptable

Additional Notes

• Candidates must carry government-issued photo ID at all times on assignment
• Must be prepared to complete all required assessments and documentation timely to avoid delays
• Facility accommodates latex allergies with notification to ensure proper supplies

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs licensed in Ohio or compact states, seeking a travel contract with a reputable healthcare system, working night shifts with a strong emphasis on compliance and credentialing.