Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Jacksonville, FL
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: RN - Med/Surg Telemetry (Travel)

Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Work Schedule:

• 36 to 48 hours per week acceptable
• Every other weekend required
• Easter coverage required

Required Qualifications

• License: Current Florida RN license with primary source verification within 30 days prior to assignment start
• Specialty: Registered Nurse with experience in Med/Surg Telemetry
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, but expect standard RN Med/Surg Telemetry experience requirements
• Certifications:

  • BLS (American Heart Association) required
  • NIH Certification (updated every 2 years)
• Testing & Competencies:

  • Ascension Core Competencies (HIPAA, Joint Commission, NPSG, OSHA topics) with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years
  • Ascension EKG Exam with minimum 80% passing score, updated every 3 years
  • Ascension Skills Checklist (clinical, updated annually)
  • Ascension Cerner Test-Out (electronic health record competency)
• Health & Immunizations:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted
  • Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, immunity, or history; no declinations accepted
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted
  • Hepatitis B: Documentation of vaccination series completion or signed declination
  • Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); declinations accepted with mask requirement
  • TB Screening: Positive IGRA or PPD results, negative chest X-ray within 1 year, and annual TB questionnaire
  • Fit Test: Annual respiratory fit test required
  • 2 Step PPD or IGRA within 90 days of start
• Drug Screening:

  • 12 Panel Drug Screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Background & Verification:

  • Nursys verification within 30 days prior to start
  • Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender, and others within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
  • Employment verification for past 7 years, updated annually
  • Education verification within 90 days prior to start
  • At least two professional references required prior to first assignment
• Other Requirements:

  • Driver’s License/State ID valid and matching address requirements
  • Health statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
  • Ascension onboarding requirements and attestations completed prior to start

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• This is a telemetry nursing role requiring competency in cardiac monitoring and related skills.
• The position requires flexibility for weekend shifts and holiday coverage.

This role is suitable for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs looking for a travel assignment in Florida with a reputable healthcare system.