Telemetry Registered Nurse
Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts
Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Telemetry I (36hr Nights)

Location: Newton, Massachusetts
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Shift: 36 hours per week, nights (3x12hr shifts, 7:15 PM - 7:15 AM), rotating weekends and holidays
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse with Telemetry I specialty to provide patient care on a medical-surgical telemetry unit during night shifts.

Required Qualifications

• License: Valid RN license for Massachusetts
• Specialty Experience: Telemetry nursing experience (minimum years not explicitly stated; assume at least 1 year typical for Telemetry I)
• Immunizations & Health Requirements:

  • Documentation of MMR vaccination or immunity
  • Influenza vaccine required during flu season (Sept 15 - April 30), no exemptions allowed
  • Documentation of TB screening within 3 months of start date (skin test or blood test)
  • Health statement signed by MD/DO/NP/PA within 1 year of start date
  • Documentation of Hepatitis B vaccination or immunity preferred
  • Tdap vaccine preferred within last 10 years
• Background Checks & Verifications:

  • Criminal background check including Massachusetts CORI and national sex offender registry
  • Education verification (highest level achieved)
  • Social Security Number trace
  • Exclusion checks (OIG, GSA, Medicaid exclusion lists)
• Additional Documentation:

  • Resume including past 7 years of work experience with city and state
  • Two recent professional references (minimum one supervisor or above)
  • Skills checklist and candidate submission coversheet required for submission
  • Respirator Medical Clearance attestation if fit testing is required
  • Confirmation of assignment form

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• The position involves working night shifts with rotating weekends and holidays.
• The assignment is for approximately 13 weeks.

This role is ideal for experienced telemetry RNs comfortable with night shifts and meeting comprehensive credentialing and health requirements.