Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Cleveland, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

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

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Med/Surg Telemetry RN with potential to float to similar patient population units including ED.
• Rotating shifts: 3x12-hour shifts (Day: 7:00am–7:30pm / Night: 7:00pm–7:30am). Shift rotation may be required to meet operational needs.
• Must work at least every other holiday.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio.
• Minimum 1.5 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience, with experience within the last year.
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• NIHSS certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Required Assessments & Testing

• ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication administration exam during orientation; passing scores required.
• Baseline Competency Exam (Medication & ECG) required for all bedside RNs except OR RNs.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required (must carry on assignment).
• Background check including FCRA compliant 7-year search, education verification, and fingerprinting (FBI and BCI) required prior to start and updated annually.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of signed contract; facility will also conduct fingerprinting onsite.
• Ohio BCI/FBI fingerprint attestation required annually.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming ability to perform essential job functions.
• Fit mask (N95) test within 12 months, updated annually.
• Tdap vaccine every 10 years (declinations not accepted).
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD, QGold, or TSPOT) within 12 months or chest X-ray if past positive.
• Required immunizations or titers with boosters if negative/equivocal for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination accepted)
• Annual flu vaccination required (no declinations accepted; medical/religious exemptions must be approved).
• Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted).
• Snellen eye exam within 1 year of start.

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome).
• SafeMedicate prep materials provided for orientation exam.
• Photo for badge required (headshot, shoulders up, white background).

References & Employment History

• Two professional references required from employment within one year of start (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).
• Employment application must include at least 3 years prior work history with 2 years in acute care and similar specialty.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must pass all required assessments and maintain certifications current throughout the assignment.
• Facility reserves the right to rotate shifts as needed.
• Candidates with gaps longer than 6 months since last assignment at this facility may need to retake orientation modules and assessments.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs licensed in Ohio or a compact state, comfortable with rotating 12-hour shifts and meeting comprehensive health and compliance requirements.