Registered Nurse Med/Surg Telemetry
Canton, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry

Location: Canton, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Specialty: Med/Surg Telemetry
• Experience Required: Minimum of 18 months recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• License: Must have a permanent Ohio nursing license or a compact state license in hand
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA or American Red Cross
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) from AHA or American Red Cross
  • NIH Stroke Certification (must be obtained prior to start)
• Electronic Health Record: Must have Epic experience
• References: One recent reference from a manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in the specialty is required for submission
• Competency Testing:

  • ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication administration exam will be completed during orientation; passing scores are required
• Holiday Work: Must be willing to work at least every other holiday

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 1.5 years of Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• Current ACLS certification
• Current BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming ability to safely perform job functions
• Fit mask test (N95) within 12 months of start and updated annually
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as applicable
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titers)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
• Annual flu vaccination documentation required (medical/religious exemptions must be approved)
• Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Eye exam (Snellen) within 1 year of start

Background and Documentation

• Background check required prior to start, including FCRA-compliant 7-year search and education verification
• FBI and state fingerprinting required within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Employment application must include at least 3 years prior work history with 2 years in acute care in a similar specialty
• Photo for badge required (headshot, shoulders up, white background)
• Completion of onboarding modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must complete all required onboarding modules before clearance to start
• Candidates with a break in employment longer than 6 months at this healthcare system may need to retake modules and competency exams
• Fingerprinting must be completed prior to start; candidates may start with results pending if fingerprinting is done
• Candidates must be willing to work night shifts and holidays as specified

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs with current Ohio licensure and Epic experience seeking a travel contract opportunity on night shift.