Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Lafayette, IN
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Lafayette, Indiana

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Lafayette, Indiana
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts
• Unit: Mixed Acuity Unit (Medical patients with some PCU level care)

  • Includes oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary care
  • Patient ratios: MS patients 1:5-6, PCU patients 1:3-4
• Patient Care:

  • Care for unstable stroke patients, BiPAP patients
  • Use of drips including Cardizem, Amiodarone, Insulin, Lasix
  • Post Heart Cath and Post Pacemaker care
• Experience Required: Solid Neuro experience required; will accept MS/Tele or PCU RNs
• Locals: Not accepted (travelers only)
• License: Must have Indiana state, compact, or Indiana temporary license prior to start

Required Certifications

• ACLS (AHA only, RQI acceptable)
• BLS (AHA only, RQI acceptable)
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for ER RNs)
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., CHEMO, TNCC, PALS, NRP)

Experience Requirements

• Years of Specialty Experience: Not explicitly stated; solid neuro experience required (implies experienced RN)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Facility & Work Environment

• Short-Term Acute Care Facility
• Total Staffed Beds: 194
• Charting system: Cerner
• Free parking available
• Scrub color: red top, black bottoms

Important Notes

• Effective 11/30/2024, Indiana RNs are generally not allowed to work at this facility except for Periop/OR RN travelers and certain allied/ambulatory RN travelers.
• Must confirm experience with specific drips and procedures before placement.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License or Passport (clear copy)
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year history criminal and employment verification
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Education verification and official transcripts/diplomas
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam
• Unit competency exam
• Color Blind Testing (Ishihara or equivalent, 100% score required)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 12 months (specific approved respirators required)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (preferred)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months
• References: Minimum 2 from recent employment with appropriate supervisory titles
• Employment application with full work history and explanations for gaps
• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with strong neurological skills who are comfortable working in a dynamic mixed acuity environment and meet the comprehensive certification and compliance requirements.