Registered Nurse - Med Surg/Telemetry
York, PA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: York, Pennsylvania
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Schedule:

  • Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 - 7:15)
  • Weekends every other week (EOW)
  • Holidays as needed (will work 2 of 3 major holidays)
  • No time off approved between Christmas and New Year's
  • Floating as needed, may be asked to float to rehab
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days, no scheduling requests approved
• Patient Population: May care for COVID patients
• Facility Environment: Tobacco and fragrance-free

Experience & Certifications

• Minimum Specialty Experience: 2 years
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers accepted
• Required Certifications:

  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Required System Experience: EPIC electronic health record system

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check (updated annually)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start
• Pennsylvania FBI fingerprinting within 1 year of start (must be on file within first 45 days)
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start; chest X-ray if positive
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if titers negative or equivocal
• Hepatitis B: Positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) plus declination form if applicable
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if titers negative or equivocal
• Seasonal Flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption required annually
• COVID-19 vaccine or valid exemption/declination accepted
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 1 year (Aya requirement only)
• Respiratory safety clearance within 1 year, renewed annually

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on unit
• Pass/fail Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required (except OR and Home Health)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• State license verification and NURSYS verification required

Facility-Specific Documents

• Professional passport-style photo for badge
• Review and sign facility policies including Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, Commitment to Health & Wellness, Non-Employee Affidavit
• Completion of online Learning Management System (LMS) modules prior to start
• New hire orientation required by end of first day

History & References

• Two professional references within 3 years required
• Most recent resume/application required
• Annual skills checklist required
• Performance evaluations completed onsite during assignment

Additional Notes

• Candidates will be clinically screened for fit before manager interview
• No scheduling requests or time off between Christmas and New Year's approved
• Floating to rehab unit may be required
• Tobacco and fragrance-free environment; candidates should be notified prior to submission

This position is ideal for Registered Nurses with at least 2 years of experience who are comfortable working night shifts, holidays, and floating as needed, and who meet the comprehensive compliance and health requirements. Prior travel experience is not required.