IMC Registered Nurse
Bel Air, MD
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (IMC) - Travel/Contract

Location: Bel Air, Maryland
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: July 13, 2026
Shift: Days, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (07:00 - 19:30)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Schedule Requirements:

• Every other weekend required
• Holidays required as scheduled
• Floating within specialty and to lower acuity units as needed
• On-call status may be assigned rarely in low census situations (no pre-scheduled on-call shifts)

Unit & Patient Population

• Unit Type: Intermediate Care (IMC)
• Average Daily Census: 22 patients
• Bed Count: 22
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Patient Age Range: Adult and Geriatrics
• Common Diagnoses: Cardiac, Respiratory, Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
• Special Procedures/Equipment: Precedex and insulin drips, high-flow oxygen, BiPAP, chest tubes, TCAR/Post-cardiac cath lab care

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Maryland
• Minimum 1 year of Intermediate Care experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Competencies & Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam (must score ≥80%)
• Age-Specific Competency Exam (must score ≥80%)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (must score ≥80%)
• Unit-specific competency exams as applicable (e.g., Med Surg/Telemetry exam)

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 30-45 days of start (instant tests not accepted)
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start
• Immunizations/vaccinations:

  • Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis) as applicable
  • Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (seasonal requirement)
  • COVID vaccine not required for this location but documentation collected for tracking
  • Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (or declination where allowed)
• TB screening: Negative QGOLD/TSPOT or 2-step PPD within 1 year; chest x-ray and questionnaire if prior positive

Background & Documentation

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
• Education verification for highest level completed
• Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start
• Two professional references within 1 year, including one direct supervisor/manager
• Employment history verification for previous 5 years
• Government-issued photo ID required
• Facility-specific documents including confidentiality agreements, dress code review, appearance standards, and unit job description must be signed prior to start
• Security ID application and photo for badge required

Additional Notes

• Floating may be required within specialty and to lower acuity units
• On-call shifts are rare and pre-scheduled on-call shifts are not required
• Candidates must complete facility-specific orientation and training requirements, including Epic Portfolio training test-out if eligible
• All required documentation and attestations must be completed timely to avoid delays in credentialing and start date

This position offers a structured day shift schedule in an Intermediate Care setting with a focus on cardiac and respiratory patient care, suitable for RNs with at least 3 years of experience or strong candidates with 2 years under manager review. First-time travel nurses are welcome.