Intermediate Care Float Registered Nurse
Baltimore, MD
Access Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: IMC Float RN
• Shift Options: 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (1900-0730)
• Float required to Medical-Surgical (MS), Intermediate Care (IMC), and Emergency Department (ED) Boarder as needed
• Responsibilities include caring for ED borders and inpatient units
• Every 3rd weekend required

Experience & Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required (MS/Tele and Cardiac Tele experience required)
• ER holding experience required
• Prior travel experience required (must have completed at least 1 prior travel contract)
• Must successfully pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with:

  • Minimum overall score of 80%
  • 100% score on lethal rhythms section
• ACLS & BLS certifications required
• CPI & NIHSS certifications preferred

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC certified
• Relias Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (annual update required)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) preferred
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) preferred

Additional Requirements

• Valid state nursing license required prior to start
• Background checks including criminal history, education verification, and federal/state screenings required
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
• Immunization and health documentation required:

  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within required timeframe
  • Documentation of MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) and Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or signed declination
• N95 Fit Test within 9 months of start and updated annually (client may complete onsite if needed)
• Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season

Work History & References

• Two positive supervisory references required, supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education and license information
• Must have at least 2 years of employment in the past 7 years, preferably the most recent 2 years

Notes

• Locals within 60 miles may be accepted at a different rate (not applicable here)
• Facility-specific orientation modules and safety manual acknowledgements required prior to start
• Candidate must be prepared to float across multiple units including MS, MS/Tele, IMC, and ED Boarder

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with strong telemetry and emergency department skills who have prior travel experience and are comfortable floating across multiple units in a fast-paced environment.