Telemetry Registered Nurse
Reno, Nevada
Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: RN Telemetry I

Location: Reno, Nevada
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 26 weeks (approximately 6 months)
Shift: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts
Start Date: January 17

Job Description

• Role: RN Telemetry / Medsurg
• Must be able to float to other units as needed
• Weekend availability required
• Preferred availability to work full schedule through end of January and first week of February
• Per Diem option available

Required Experience

• Specialty: RN Telemetry I
• Years of Experience: Not explicitly stated, assume minimum standard for RN Telemetry I (typically 1-2 years)
• Note: No explicit mention of prior travel experience required

Compliance & Credential Requirements

Candidates must meet the following non-negotiable compliance requirements before starting, with full compliance profile required within two weeks after start date:

• Licenses & Certifications:

  • Active RN license verified through primary source
  • BLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
  • ACLS (American Heart Association or Red Cross)
  • PALS/NRP as required
  • Nursys license verification
• Vaccinations & Health:

  • COVID-19 vaccine (2 doses plus booster) or completed declination
  • MMR (proof of 2 vaccines at least 28 days apart or positive titer)
  • Varicella (proof of 2 vaccines at least 28 days apart or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (declinations not accepted)
  • Influenza vaccine or declination (required Nov 1 - Mar 31)
  • Tdap (declinations not accepted)
  • Negative TB test within one year of start date
  • If positive PPD, negative chest x-ray within 3 months required
• Other Health Requirements:

  • Annual physical/health statement completed within 60 days of start, stating clearance to work
  • Fit test (annual respirator fit test) - may be required prior to start depending on location
• Background & Screening:

  • National criminal background check within one year of start date (some state-specific exceptions)
  • Drug screen (minimum 10-panel including THC) within 60 days of start
• Additional Professional Requirements:

  • Prime Core Competencies Exam (minimum 80%)
  • Prime Skills Checklist
  • Prime Specialty Exam (minimum 80%)
  • Prime Education Verification (diploma or transcripts)
  • Prime OIG exclusion check
  • Prime SAM/EPLS exclusion check
  • Prime Agency Attestation (completed after all credentials uploaded)
  • Prime Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification)
  • Prime Orientation Packet (Essentials form and post-test)
  • Signed job description
  • Driver’s license, State ID, or Passport
• References:

  • Two professional references required, including at least one from a manager or direct supervisor
• Resume:

  • Up-to-date resume reflecting recent work history required at time of offer acceptance

Additional Notes

• Must be able to provide drug screen and background screen shortly after starting shift
• Compliance items are strictly enforced and required for onboarding
• Floating to other units and weekend work are mandatory components of the assignment

This position is suitable for experienced telemetry RNs who meet the above credential and compliance requirements and are available for a 6-month assignment with weekend and float flexibility.