Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
Chesapeake, VA
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - MS/Telemetry

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (with possible extension)
Shift: Night shift, 4x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Patient Ratio: 1:7

Job Description

• Provide nursing care on a Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit.
• Must be proficient in EPIC electronic health record system (no exceptions).
• Required skills include IV starts, telemetry interpretation, and experience working with neurology/stroke patients.
• Work schedule includes nights, weekdays, every other weekend, float, and holidays.
• Overtime available after 48 hours.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Virginia.
• Minimum 1 year of telemetry experience within the last year.
• 2 years or more of total travel nursing experience.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Experience working with neurology and stroke patients.
• Proficiency with Epic electronic health record system.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start date, updated annually.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start.
• Fit test for N95 mask within 1 year of start; PAPR not allowed.
• Immunizations and titers required within 10 years or valid declination forms:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine required within past 10 years (no exemptions accepted).
• Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or T-Spot) within 1 year; if history of positive TB, chest x-ray and TB questionnaire required.
• Seasonal flu vaccination required annually by October 31, or approved medical/religious exemption with mask-wearing during shifts.
• COVID-19 vaccine preferred but not required; documentation collected if available.

Background and Compliance

• 7-year criminal background check required within 1 year of start, updated annually; must cover all locations lived/worked in past 7 years.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for contract renewals.
• Fingerprinting required for all candidates starting January 1, 2026, with clearance required prior to start for certain specialties.
• Government-issued photo ID must be carried during hours of service.
• Completion of various facility-specific documents including job description acknowledgment, safety manual, and pyxis acknowledgment (for RNs).

Documentation and Other Requirements

• Proof of 2 professional references.
• Completed employment application/resume.
• Unit-specific skills checklist updated annually.
• Passport-style photo (shoulders up, front facing, plain background) required before start.
• Must submit Qualivis Cover Sheet and current NURSYS report including all Return to Office (RTO) documentation.

Additional Notes

• Patient ratio is 1:7; candidates must be pre-closed on this ratio before submission.
• This is an auto-offer position.
• Candidates must indicate shift preference between 3x12 or 4x12 schedules.
• Facility has a strict zero tolerance policy for any license or background issues.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a coastal Virginia location near outdoor recreational areas, including hiking trails and waterways.