Float Pool RN – Med/Surg & Telemetry
Attleboro, MA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – MS/Telemetry Float Pool (Travel/Contract)

Location: Attleboro, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Overview

• Float Pool RN working primarily on Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units.
• Schedule: 3 nights per week, 12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).
• Every other weekend coverage required.
• Float pool nurses may be assigned to two different units during a shift based on patient care needs.
• Patient population includes medical, surgical, and observation cases on MS and Telemetry units.
• Documentation system used: Cerner.
• First-time travel nurses are welcome with 2-3 years of experience and Epic or Cerner experience.
• Must have cardiac nursing experience.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum 2 years of Medical/Surgical and Telemetry nursing experience, with experience within the last year.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Cardiac and cardiology nursing experience.

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (AHA provider or instructor card accepted; American Red Cross no longer accepted).
• BLS (AHA provider or instructor card accepted; American Red Cross no longer accepted).
• Age-specific competency exam required.

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray per facility guidelines (2-step PPD or Qgold/Tspot within 90 days).
• Annual TB questionnaire required for past positives or pending TB tests.
• Immunizations or immunity documentation required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (numerical titer required or signed declination accepted)
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (September–April) or approved medical/religious exemption.
• COVID-19 vaccination required; exemptions only accepted with signed medical or religious documentation.
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination required with booster every 10 years; medical exemptions require documentation.
• Drug screen within 30 days prior to start (minimum 9-panel; marijuana testing not required).
• N95 fit test within last 6 months for specified respirators; onsite fit testing may be allowed case-by-case.

Background & Documentation

• Standard background check within 1 year, including 7-year county searches, SS trace, nationwide, sex offender registry.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry search required for all travelers in MA.
• Massachusetts Statewide CORI (iCORI) release and clearance required.
• Badge photo (passport style, head and shoulders, plain background) required 2 weeks prior to start.
• Facility-specific compliance checklists and questionnaires (e.g., latex allergy, COVID exemption forms) must be completed prior to start.
• Two professional references required within 3 years of hire.

Additional Information

• The float pool includes nurses, patient care assistants (PCAs), and orderlies (OAs).
• Staff assignments are based on unit needs determined during bed meetings.
• The Avasure video monitoring system is used to observe up to 12 patients simultaneously; staff assigned to this role require relief for breaks and meals.
• The client may cancel up to 4 shifts during a 13-week assignment; canceled shifts must be full shift length.
• Guaranteed minimum hours apply for scheduled shifts.

Shift Details

• Night shift: 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (36 hours/week)

This position is ideal for RNs with cardiac experience who are comfortable working nights in a float pool setting across medical, surgical, and telemetry units, and who meet the required certifications and health compliance standards. First-time travel nurses with appropriate experience and EHR skills are encouraged to apply.