Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Cartersville, GA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Cartersville, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 10 weeks

Unit Details

• Weekend Schedule: Every Other Weekend
• Call: None
• Floating: Within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Minimum Experience: 2 years (First-time travelers accepted)
• Holiday Work: Required to work major holidays if they fall within the assignment period (up to two holidays)
• Orientation: Non-billable orientation hours based on contract length (e.g., 10 hours for 10-week assignment)
• Return to Office (RTO) Policy: Maximum 7 days allowed for return to office
• Compliance: Full compliance required to start on time; delays may result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation scheduling
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days prior to start; includes criminal, sex offender, education verification, and other checks
• Education Verification: Verification of related degree required; can be pending at start with proof of processing
• Physical Exam: Required within 12 months prior to start
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days prior to start; instant drug screen acceptable
• Immunizations & Health Documents:

  • TB test (PPD, QGold, or TSpot) within 12 months or chest x-ray if positive history
  • TB Questionnaire updated annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster plan if needed
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster plan if needed
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination
  • Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
  • Tdap highly recommended but not required for clearance
• Competency Exams:

  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required
  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for Telemetry and related units
  • Color Blind Testing required
• References: Two clinical references required
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated within the last 12 months
• Work History Verification: Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof of processing

Additional Notes

• Floating assignments may be required within the facility and scope of practice
• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific policies such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start
• Orientation hours and requirements are tied to contract length and facility policies
• Prior travel experience is not required for this position

This position is ideal for Registered Nurses with at least 2 years of Medical Surgical experience seeking a travel contract opportunity with a structured orientation and compliance process.