Telemetry Registered Nurse
Frederick, MD
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Location: Frederick, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a suburban setting approximately an hour from Baltimore and Washington DC.
• Rotating holidays and weekends required; floating within scope of practice.
• Shift options: 3x12-hour or 4x12-hour shifts (overtime billed after 48 hours on 4x12).
• No block scheduling available.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio expected: 1:5.
• Meditech experience preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years current experience in Medical-Surgical (MS) nursing with strong Telemetry skills.
• Prior travel experience not required (first-time travelers are welcome).

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA Provider only (Instructor not accepted).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA Provider only.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required.

Additional Preferred Certifications

• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - required for ER (not mandatory for this role).
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - required for L&D, NICU, Antepartum (not mandatory for this role).
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - preferred for ER.
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - required for L&D & Family Center (not mandatory for this role).

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Pass/Fail testing including EKG/Dysrhythmia competency exam required for Telemetry and MS/Tele candidates.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required.
• Candidates must score 80% or higher on all required exams.
• Candidates allowed two attempts to pass the dysrhythmia exam.

Licensure & Verification

• Valid Registered Nurse license with primary source verification.
• NURSYS verification required.

Background & Compliance

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals.
• Education verification required (diploma or official transcript accepted).
• Proof of 2 clinical references within the last 12 months required.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands (initial and updated annually).
• Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year, updated annually.
• Required vaccinations or titers:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or positive titer; no declinations accepted)
  • Varicella
  • Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis) - no declination allowed
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Apr 30).
• 9-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant/rapid acceptable).

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service.
• Proof of I9, E-Verify, and Residency Declaration (if working on a compact license).
• Fit mask testing required prior to start (specific mask types accepted).
• Completion of facility-specific orientation and net learning modules (4-5 hours), including:

  • Orientation to VAS exam
  • Pharmacology/Medication exam
• Modules must be completed 1 week prior to start; candidates will not start orientation without completion.
• Photo for badge required (no nose rings allowed in photo).

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for an experienced Registered Nurse with strong Medical-Surgical and Telemetry skills. The position requires multiple certifications, competency testing, and compliance with health and background checks. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply. The role involves rotating shifts including holidays and weekends with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio.

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