Stepdown Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Mayfield Heights, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)

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

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Unit: Stepdown (Med/Surg Telemetry)
• Experience Required: Minimum of 18 months recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• License: Active Ohio RN license or active compact state RN license required
• Certifications:

  • AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Orientation

• Orientation time is approximately 32-40 hours
• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication administration exam; passing scores required
• Orientation hours are partially compensated

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Minimum 1.5 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
• Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience
• Current ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Knowledge and certification in NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required
• Background check including 7-year FCRA compliant search, education verification, and fingerprinting (FBI and BCI) required and must be current
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing and updated annually
• Drug screening (standard 10-panel) within 12 months, updated annually
• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to perform essential job functions
• Fit mask test (N95) within 12 months, updated annually
• Immunizations and health documentation required:

  • Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (with annual updates)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccination (no declinations accepted)

Additional Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start
• Two professional references from employment within the last year required
• Employment application including at least 3 years prior work history with 2 years in acute care in a similar area
• Annual skills checklist and competency exams required
• Pass/fail testing on medication administration and ECG interpretation during orientation

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Candidates with gaps in employment longer than 6 months may need to retake orientation modules and competency exams
• Facility requires legal name consistency across all documents
• Candidates must comply with all health and safety protocols including immunizations and mask fitting
• Orientation and onboarding processes are mandatory and must be completed before starting the assignment

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs seeking a travel contract opportunity in Ohio with a reputable healthcare setting.