Travel Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
The Good Samaritan Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Facility: WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekends: Every other weekend (EOW)
• Holiday Rotation: Expected to work 2 of 3 major holidays
• Floating: May be asked to float to rehab as needed
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Call Requirements: None
• Patient Population: May care for COVID-19 patients
• Facility Policy: Tobacco and fragrance-free environment

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Electronic Medical Record: EPIC experience required

Screening & Interview Process

• Clinical screening to determine fit and compliance with guidelines
• Final interview with the manager

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check (updated annually)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start
• Pennsylvania FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start (results must be on file within 45 days of assignment start)
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start)
• Child Abuse History Clearance (PA Childline Search) required within 5 years, results must be on file within 45 days of start

Certifications & Verifications

• State nursing license primary source verification
• NURSYS verification for RN license
• Education verification (highest level of education)
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing (required for all RNs except OR and Home Health)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (pass/fail)

Health Documents

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or full vaccine series)
  • TDAP within 10 years
  • Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days (PPD not accepted)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer with boosters as needed
  • Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required annually during flu season
  • COVID-19 vaccine, medical/religious exemption, or declination accepted
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 1 year (Aya requirement only)
• Respiratory Safety clearance within 1 year, renewed annually

Facility Specific Documents

• Passport-style photo for badge (professional appearance, solid light background)
• Signed agreements:

  • Commitment to Health & Wellness
  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Non-Employee Affidavit
• WellSpan Health Medical Statement (non-employee ability to work) within 90 days of start
• Hepatitis B declination form if applicable
• Safety and Security Vehicle Registration (if applicable)
• Completion of WellSpan Learning Management System (LMS) modules prior to start
• New Hire Orientation to be completed by end of first day

References & History

• Two professional references within 3 years
• Most recent resume or employment application
• Annual skills checklist
• Performance evaluations completed onsite during assignment

Additional Notes

• Candidate may be required to float to rehab unit as needed
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility environment
• COVID-19 patient care possible

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