GI Lab Registered Nurse
Dallas, TX
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Dallas, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Rotating on-call schedule (may include evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Local rate within 90 miles

Required Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for MS/Tele, ER, L&D, GI, Critical Care ICU/IMC, OR, PACU, PCU, IR & Cath Lab
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required except for SPTs
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for ER, PACU, GI Lab
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure): Required for L&D and NICU
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) or TCAR (Trauma Care After Resuscitation): Required for ER; preferred for Adult Critical Care (ICU) units
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring): Required for L&D
• ENPC: Acceptable in lieu of PALS for ER
• NIH Stroke Certification: Required for ER, CC, Med Surg, IR, IMC, PCU (valid for two years; may be obtained within 30 days of hire onsite)
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Must pass with 80% or higher; two attempts allowed
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required for specific units; two attempts allowed; must be updated annually
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Required for all RNs and Cath Lab Techs; two attempts allowed

Licensure & Documentation Requirements

• Verification of state nursing license required
• I9 or Attestation required
• Copy of valid government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License, State ID, or Passport)
• E-Verify or Attestation required
• Background checks within 30 days of start, including:

  • 7-year county criminal background search for all locations lived/worked
  • Sex offender search
  • State police investigation for behavioral health
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
• Photo for badge (passport style, head and shoulders, clear background)
• Signed Job Description prior to start
• 2 professional references within 3 years of hire

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test completed onsite during orientation, updated annually
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination required
• Negative TB test (TSpot or QGold) within 12 months; annual updates required
• TB questionnaire annually after positive TB result
• Proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
• Hepatitis B: Vaccine series and positive titer OR signed facility-specific declination form
• Drug testing: 10-panel required within 30 days of start (no rapid screens)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated (default to standard RN requirements; verify with recruiter)
• Prior travel experience: Not specified as required

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for rotating on-call shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• All certifications must be current and meet facility-specific renewal requirements.
• Competency exams must be completed within 30 days of start date.
• Some certifications and exams may be obtained or completed onsite after hire.

This position offers a travel/contract opportunity in Dallas, TX, with a 13-week assignment and a rotating on-call schedule. Candidates must meet comprehensive certification, licensure, background, and health requirements prior to start.