Med Surg Telemetry RN
Chesapeake, VA
Access Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse – MS/Telemetry (Night Shift)

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (with possible extension)
Shift: Nights, 4x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 48 hours

Job Overview

• Unit: 5 East – Oncology/MedSurg/Telemetry & Vascular Access
• Patient ratio: 1:7
• Schedule includes nights, weekdays, every other weekend (EOW), float, and holidays within contract
• Overtime available after 48 hours worked
• Facility cannot accommodate blocked schedule requests on this unit
• Must be proficient in EPIC electronic health record system (no exceptions)
• Required skills: IV start, telemetry interpretation

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license in Virginia
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Proficient in Epic electronic health record system
• IV start capability
• Acknowledgement of Orientation Safety Manual
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing requirements
• Successful completion of Pass/Fail Testing for EKG and Medication competencies

Background and Screening Requirements

• Zero tolerance for any license or background hits; candidates with any hits will be disqualified
• 7-year criminal background check required within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and for every contract renewal
• Fingerprinting required via Virginia State Police National Criminal Background Check (VSP)
• Government-issued photo ID required and must be carried during hours of service
• Proof of diploma or transcript required (highest degree obtained)
• Complete facility-specific forms including job description, Pyxis acknowledgment, and traveler information grid within required timeframes

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Fit test for any N95 mask within 1 year of start, updated annually (PAPR not allowed)
• Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year of start; if history of positive TB, additional documentation required
• Required immunizations or titers within 10 years:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (or declination)
  • Varicella (declination allowed except for Mother Baby or infant/peds specialties)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine required within past 10 years for certain units (not applicable here)
• Seasonal flu vaccination required annually by October 31 or approved medical/religious exemption with mask requirement
• COVID-19 vaccine preferred but not required; documentation collected if available
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start

Additional Notes

• Candidates must have a permanent address at least 50 miles from the facility to be considered
• Passport-style photo (shoulders up, front facing, plain background) required before start
• Pass/fail EKG test at orientation with only one attempt allowed; no study guide provided
• Facility requires acknowledgment of orientation safety manual and pass/fail testing for cardiac monitor competency
• No blocked schedules allowed on this unit; candidates must indicate shift preference (3x12 or 4x12) when applying

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for experienced RNs skilled in telemetry and med/surg oncology care, working nights in a dynamic coastal Virginia setting.