Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical)

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Summary

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Patient Population: Adults to Geriatrics
• Unit: Medical Surgical / Remote Telemetry
• Typical Diagnoses: Diabetes, med/surg, post-op, wound vacs, bariatrics
• Ratio / Census: 1:5-6 nurse to patient ratio; 33 beds with average daily census of 28
• Electronic Systems: Epic (required), Pyxis, SBAR
• Shift Guarantee: 36 or 48 hours guaranteed
• Schedule: Every other weekend off (unless otherwise specified)
• Floating: Yes, within facility and scope of practice as needed
• Call Requirements: None
• Holiday Work: Expected to work major holidays during assignment (up to 2 holidays if 3 fall within assignment)
• Return to Orientation (RTO): Maximum 7 days

Experience Requirements

• Minimum Specialty Experience: 1 year (1st time travelers accepted)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC accepted
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – Required for certain specialties; check if applicable
• Other Certifications: PALS, NRP, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification may be required depending on specialty area (verify if applicable)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days prior to start, including criminal, sex offender, education verification, and others as specified
• Licenses: State license verification required within 30 days prior to start (Georgia RN license required)
• Education Verification: Required; can be pending at start with proof of processing
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; instant drug screen acceptable under certain conditions
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 12 months
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
  • TB questionnaire updated annually
  • Immunizations: MMR (Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B (or declination)
  • Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season
• Competency Exams: Medication test, color blind test, dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (specific to telemetry and related units)
• References: Two clinical references required (Aya requirement)
• Skills Checklist: Updated within 12 months
• Work History Verification: Required for most recent employer; can be pending at start with proof of processing

Additional Notes

• Orientation Hours: Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrub color
• Professional Policies: Candidates must review and sign code of conduct and dress/professional appearance policies prior to start
• Local Candidates: Accepted at the same rate as travelers

This position offers a guaranteed minimum number of hours and a supportive environment with a manageable patient ratio. It is suitable for RNs with at least 1 year of experience in medical-surgical nursing, including those new to travel nursing.