Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Athens, Texas
UT Health East Texas

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position - Athens, Texas

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Athens, Texas
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: 3, 12-hour night shifts
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Patient Ratio: 1:6
• Unit Size: 36 beds/rooms
• Float Required: Yes

Experience Requirements

• Minimum Years of Specialty Experience: 2 years
• Prior Travel Experience: Required (must have prior travel experience)

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, MAB, NIH Stroke Certification, CPI (as applicable)

Preferred Skills

• Epic charting experience preferred

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Valid State License (primary source verification required)
• NURSYS Verification for RN
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification (transcript or diploma may be accepted temporarily)
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (annual renewal required)
• Immunizations and health documents:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • TB questionnaire (if applicable)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination or approved exemption (required during flu season)
  • COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency as applicable
• Color blind testing (online)
• Unit-specific skills checklist (annual)
• Complete employment application/resume
• 7-year work history verification

Additional Notes

• Candidates residing in certain Texas counties are not eligible for this travel assignment.
• Clear headshot photo required for badge.
• Fingerprinting and orientation requirements may apply depending on location.
• Various certifications and competencies may be required as applicable to the role and facility policies.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with prior travel experience looking for a night shift travel contract in Texas with a reputable healthcare system.