Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Garfield Heights, OH
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Summary: Registered Nurse (MS/Telemetry) - Travel/Contract

Location: Garfield Heights, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Shift Details

• Day shift
• 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Options for 4x12s, 3x12s, or 2x12s available

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 18 months (1.5 years) recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience within the last year
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Willingness to obtain NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification prior to start

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Must have permanent Ohio RN license or compact state license in hand
• AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required
• Must be willing to obtain NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification prior to start

Required Qualifications & Testing

• One recent reference from a manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in the specialty applying for (Charge RN references accepted)
• ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication administration exam during orientation; passing scores required
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including capability to safely perform essential job functions
• Fit mask test (3M N95 1860 small/regular or 1870+) within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tdap vaccine every 10 years (no declinations accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within required timeframes
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B vaccination/titer or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccination/documentation (no declinations accepted)
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted)
• Eye exam (Snellen) within 1 year of start

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required (must carry while on assignment)
• Background check required prior to start, including:

  • FCRA compliant 7-year search
  • SSN trace, counties, states, nationwide, sex offender, OFAC, FACIS Level 3, education verification
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting within 12 months of start, updated annually; must be completed within 48 hours of signed contract
• Ohio BCI/FBI fingerprint result attestation required
• Education verification required for all candidates
• Employment application including 3 years prior work history with at least 2 years clinical practice in acute care setting in similar area
• Skills checklist required annually

Orientation & Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome)
• SafeMedicate prep materials provided for medication exam preparation
• Baseline competency exams at orientation: medication administration (SafeMedicate) with 90% passing score, ECG interpretation with 80% passing score
• Photo for badge (shoulders up, head on, white background) required for certain roles (not applicable here)
• References: 2 required from employment within 1 year of start, from manager, ANM, supervisor, charge nurse, or director (co-worker references not accepted)

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Candidates can start with fingerprinting results pending as long as fingerprinting is completed prior to start
• Candidates with gaps in employment or returning to the system may have specific module or reference requirements

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs licensed in Ohio or a compact state, seeking a travel contract with a reputable healthcare system.