RN Float – Med-Surg/Telemetry/ED
Baltimore, MD
Access Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Specialty: Registered Nurse (Med Surg Float)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Float RN position covering Medical-Surgical (MS), Intermediate Care (IMC), and Emergency Department (ED) Border units as needed.
• Float to ED to care for border patients and/or inpatient units.
• Shift options: 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts (0700-1930).
• Experience required in MS/Tele and Cardiac Telemetry.
• ER holding experience required.
• Every 3rd weekend required.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required.
• Prior travel experience required (must have completed at least 1 prior travel contract).

Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required (AHA or ARC).
• CPI & NIHSS preferred.
• Must pass Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with:

  • Minimum overall score of 80%
  • 100% score on lethal rhythms section

Skills

• Must be able to float between MS, MS/Tele, IMC, and ED Border units.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid state nursing license required prior to start.
• Criminal background check within 90 days, including multi-state and federal checks.
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana).
• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform duties without accommodations and free from communicable disease.
• Immunizations and health documentation required:

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

Competency Exams

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (must score 80% or higher, valid within 3 years).
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (Relias Dysrhythmia Basics A exam):

  • Must be completed within 1 year of start and updated annually.
  • Minimum overall score 80%, lethal rhythms section 100%.
  • Up to 3 attempts allowed with remediation if needed.

Scheduling & Work Conditions

• Floating required across multiple units including MS, MS/Tele, IMC, and ED Border.
• Weekend work every 3rd weekend.
• Shift options: 3 or 4 twelve-hour shifts.

Additional Notes

• 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 required.
• Must complete facility-specific orientation modules prior to start.

This position is ideal for experienced Med Surg float RNs with prior travel experience who are comfortable working in multiple acute care settings including telemetry and emergency department holding areas.