Medical-Surgical Telemetry Float Pool RN
Attleboro, MA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse – MS/Telemetry Float Pool (Travel/Contract)

Location: Attleboro, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Overview

• Float Pool RN working primarily on Medical/Surgical Telemetry units.
• 3 consecutive 12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).
• Every other weekend coverage required.
• Float pool nurses may be assigned to 2 different units during a shift based on need.
• Patient population includes medical, surgical, and observation patients on M/S Tele and Tele units.
• Documentation system used: Cerner.
• First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply with 2-3 years of experience and Epic or Cerner experience.
• Must have cardiac nursing experience.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts.
• Minimum 2 years of recent Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing experience within the last year.
• Cardiac and cardiology nursing experience required.
• ACLS certification.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS and BLS certifications must be current and from AHA (American Heart Association).
• Age-specific competency exam required.

Work Hours & Scheduling

• 3x12 hour night shifts per week (36 hours/week).
• Facility guarantees 40 hours per week minimum.
• Travel client may cancel up to 4 shifts during a 13-week assignment.
• On-call hours do not count toward guaranteed hours.

Patient Care Environment & Responsibilities

• Float pool nurses work alongside PCAs and other support staff.
• May be required to monitor patients via video surveillance system (Avasure) and relieve staff in that role for breaks/meals.

Required Background & Compliance Checks

• Massachusetts Statewide CORI (iCORI) background check required.
• Standard background check within 1 year prior to start, including 7-year county searches, SS trace, nationwide, and sex offender registry.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry Search required for all travelers in MA.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start.
• N95 fit test within last 6 months (specific approved mask models required).
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray per facility guidelines (2-step PPD or equivalent).
• Annual TB questionnaire for past positives or pending TB tests.
• Immunity or vaccination documentation required for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (numerical titer required or signed declination)
  • Varicella
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap: proof of one Tdap after age 18, then Td every 10 years. Medical declinations require documentation.
• Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season (September–April) or approved medical/religious exemption.
• COVID-19 vaccine required; exemptions only accepted with signed medical or religious documentation.
• Drug screen within 30 days prior to start (minimum 9-panel). Marijuana testing not required.

Additional Facility Requirements

• Badge photo (passport style, head and shoulders, plain background) required 2 weeks prior to start.
• Completion of facility-specific compliance checklists and questionnaires (e.g., latex allergy, COVID exemption forms if applicable).
• Two professional references required within 3 years for travel nurses.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required; first-time travelers with adequate experience and EHR skills are considered.
• Candidate must be flexible to float between units and cover various patient care needs.
• Facility uses Cerner for documentation; Epic experience is also acceptable.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic float pool environment with a focus on cardiac and telemetry nursing during night shifts in Massachusetts.