MedSurg Telemetry RN
Chesapeake, VA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – MS/Telemetry (Day Shift)

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (with possible extension)
Shift: Day, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Job Summary

• MedSurg Telemetry unit with patient ratio of 1:7
• Must be proficient in EPIC electronic health record system (no exceptions)
• Required to work nights, weekdays, every other weekend (EOW), float, and holidays within contract
• Shift options: 3x12 or 4x12 hours (overtime after 48 hours) – indicate preference

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Virginia
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• One completed travel nursing assignment
• Proficiency with EPIC electronic health record system
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Current ACLS certification
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Experience in neurology and stroke patient care

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Zero tolerance for any license or background hits; candidates with any hits will not be considered
• 7-year criminal background check required within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and for every contract renewal
• Fingerprinting required via Virginia State Police National Criminal Background Check (see fingerprinting guide)
• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service
• Proof of diploma or transcript may be required
• Must complete and submit Qualivis Cover Sheet and current NURSYS report including all Return to Office (RTO) documentation

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Pass/fail EKG competency test at orientation (minimum 80% score required; one attempt only)
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for MS/Tele RNs
• Color blindness test (100% passing score required; retake allowed once)
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgement
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing for cardiac monitor reading competence

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Fit test for any N95 mask within 1 year of start (PAPR not allowed)
• Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year; annual testing required
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within past 10 years (no exemptions accepted)
• Required immunization titers within 10 years or documented declinations for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella (declination allowed except for Mother Baby or infant/peds specialties)
• Seasonal flu vaccination required annually by October 31 (medical/religious exemptions allowed with mask requirement)
• COVID-19 vaccine preferred but not required; documentation collected if available
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start

Documentation & Onboarding

• Passport-style photo (shoulders up, front facing, plain background) required before start
• Completion of facility-specific job description and skills checklist annually
• Proof of 2 professional references required
• Complete employment application/resume required
• TB questionnaire required if worked longer than 1 year with facility
• Vehicle registration form required before start
• Pyxis acknowledgment form required within 48 hours of signing (RNs only)
• COVID-19 and flu exemption forms available if applicable

Additional Notes

• Patient ratio is 1:7; candidates must confirm acceptance of this ratio before submission
• This is an auto-offer position
• Candidates must be prepared to work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and float assignments within the contract period

This position is ideal for experienced MedSurg Telemetry RNs with neurology/stroke patient care background and prior travel nursing experience who are EPIC proficient and meet strict compliance and health requirements.