Registered Nurse Med/Surg Telemetry
Cleveland, OH
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry (Travel/Contract)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with Med/Surg Telemetry experience for a travel contract position. This role involves working 12-hour rotating day/night shifts (7pm-7:30am and 7am-7:30pm), with shift rotation possible based on operational needs. The nurse must be available to work at least every other holiday.

Required Experience

• Minimum 18 months recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience.
• Minimum 18 months permanent experience in the specialty prior to travel assignments.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Current Ohio RN license or compact state license in hand.
• AHA or American Red Cross certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)

Required Qualifications & Assessments

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Med Surg / Telemetry experience of at least 1.5 years, including 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
• NIHSS certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming ability to safely perform job functions.
• Fit mask test (N95) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Immunizations and titers required: Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella, Flu vaccine (seasonal), TB screening (2-step PPD or equivalent).
• Negative drug screen (10-panel) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Fingerprinting (BCI and FBI) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Background checks including FCRA compliant 7-year search, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG monthly checks.

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome).
• Baseline competency exams (medication and ECG) at orientation with remediation and retake opportunities if needed.
• SafeMedicate prep materials provided for exam preparation.

Additional Requirements

• Must carry government-issued photo ID while on assignment.
• References: 2 professional references from within 1 year of start date (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).
• Employment application with at least 3 years prior work history, including 2 years clinical practice in acute care and similar specialty.

Notes

• Candidates with a break in employment longer than 6 months at this or similar facilities may need to retake orientation modules and competency exams.
• Candidates must have legal name correctly listed on all documentation.
• Facility reserves the right to rotate shifts as needed to meet operational demands.

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs who meet the licensing and certification requirements and are comfortable with rotating 12-hour shifts in a fast-paced hospital environment.