Progressive Care/Observation Telemetry RN
Toledo, OH
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Toledo, Ohio
Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, largest acute care hospital in Toledo metro area
Unit: Observation Unit (Mixed PCU, Med Surg Telemetry, Med Surg)

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Patient Population: Adults and Geriatrics
• Patient Diagnoses Include:

  • Chest pain, Abdominal pain, Atrial Fibrillation, TIA
  • Anemia/GI Bleed, Dehydration/AKI, Syncope, Vertigo
  • COPD, Asthma, UTI/Pyelonephritis, Headache/Migraine
  • CHF, Seizure, Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, Pancreatitis, Cellulitis
  • Post-outpatient surgery complications
• Unit Details:

  • Fast-paced observation unit with length of stay goal 18-24 hours
  • Approximately 2/3 of patients managed under ED observation providers (7am-7pm)
  • Telemetry monitoring required
• Ratios: 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio on all shifts
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• Skills Required:

  • Familiarity with intermediate medication drips (heparin, nitro, cardizem, insulin, etc.)
  • Charge nurse experience required
  • Observation medicine experience preferred
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS (AHA provider, instructor, or RQI accepted)
  • BCLS (AHA provider, instructor, or RQI accepted)
  • NIH Stroke Certification (updated annually unless 2-year expiration)
• Schedule: Weekend shifts required every other weekend
• Floating: Yes, within service line and between multiple facilities (Neuro/Stroke, Cardiac, Ortho, Trauma, Oncology, General Surgery, Uro/Vascular, Observation)
• Block Scheduling: Not accommodated
• Local Candidates: Not accepted within 50 miles radius
• Pending License: Not accepted
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: Greater than 7 days off requires management approval

Work Environment & Tools

• Charting System: EPIC required
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Parking: Free
• Facility: Level 1 trauma center, teaching hospital

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year background check within 12 months of start, updated annually
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required annually
  • Fingerprinting (BCI and FBI) required within 12 months for certain units; updated annually
• Education Verification: Required for all candidates
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency as applicable
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required annually for RNs (pass/fail, 2 attempts allowed)
  • Conscious Sedation competency for ER & ICU if applicable
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within last 12 months (latex-free PPE available)
  • N95 Fit Test within 12 months, updated annually (KN95 not accepted)
  • Immunizations: Tdap (within 10 years), Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR titers or vaccines or approved exemptions), Varicella, Hepatitis B (series, titer, or declination)
  • Negative TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSPOT) within 3 months, updated annually
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months (instant acceptable unless on Rx)
• References: Two professional references required within 2 years, including at least one from a leader (Charge RN or above)
• Skills Checklist: Required for all candidates

Additional Notes

• Floating may require working across multiple units and facilities within the system.
• Fast-paced environment with a focus on observation medicine and telemetry.
• Candidates must be prepared for weekend shifts every other weekend.
• Strict compliance with certifications, background checks, and health documentation is mandatory.
• No local candidates within 50 miles accepted to ensure travel status.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs comfortable with telemetry, observation medicine, and intermediate drip management, seeking a travel contract in a Level 1 trauma center environment.