Med-Surg/Telemetry Float RN
Saint Louis, MO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) – MS/Tele Float

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Start Date: Approximately 3-4 weeks from compliance clearance
• Unit: Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Float Pool
• Float Assignments: Medical units, renal, oncology, neuro, cardiology
• Float Process:

  • Pre-assigned units communicated with timeframe
  • Float pool nurses call in up to 1 hour before shift for unit assignment
• Ratios:

  • Days & Weekends: 1:5-6
  • Nights: 1:6
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• First-time Travelers: Accepted
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule minimum (Saturday/Sunday), plus holiday rotation
• On-call: Not required
• Guaranteed Hours: Yes, minimum 3 shifts per 13-week contract
• Local Candidates: Not accepted (75-mile radius rule)
• Pending License: Accepted
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: No more than 7 days off per 13-week contract
• Special Equipment Training: Lift devices, ceiling lifts, bladder scanner

Required Certifications

• BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• IV Start Certification
• Telemetry Certification

Preferred Certification:

• NIH Stroke Certification

Facility Information

• Type: Short Term Acute Care Hospital
• Charting System: EPIC
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Parking: Free

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background Checks

• Criminal background check within 6 months (7-year search including statewide, nationwide, and international if applicable)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG quarterly checks
• State-specific searches (Missouri and Illinois)
• Education verification of highest nursing degree
• Fingerprinting required for Illinois long-term care or rehab float assignments

Licensure

• Primary source verification of professional nursing license (Missouri licenses verified via NURSYS)
• Temporary licenses accepted with approval
• IV certification proof required for LPNs/LVNs in Missouri

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (must meet passing score)
• Unit-specific competency exam (updated annually)
• Oncology competency exam required for Med Surg-Oncology unit

Health Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Fit mask test (N95 respirators) annually
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
• Immunizations or immunity documentation for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
• Drug testing within 1 year, must include specific panels and be valid throughout assignment
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (Sept-April)

Facility-Specific Documents

• HIPAA Acknowledgement (annual)
• Latex Allergy Questionnaire (annual)
• Confidentiality Form (annual)
• Regulatory Compliance Education (annual, must score 80% or higher)
• TB Questionnaire (annual)
• Hand Hygiene Policy acknowledgment
• Fingernail Policy acknowledgment
• Dress Code Policy acknowledgment

References & History

• Two professional references required (supervisors preferred)
• Employment application required
• Unit-specific skills checklist within 1 year of start (Oncology skills checklist required for Med Surg-Oncology unit)
• Performance evaluations may be requested but not required for extensions or per diem

Additional Notes

• Nurses will float within their scope to meet facility needs across multiple units
• Block scheduling is not accommodated
• Candidates must adhere to all policies and complete required training and documentation prior to start
• Candidates must be prepared for weekend and holiday rotations as specified

This position offers a dynamic float role in a reputable acute care hospital with comprehensive support and clear compliance requirements. Ideal for RNs with telemetry and medical-surgical experience seeking a travel contract in the Saint Louis area.