Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Melbourne, Florida
Health First Holmes Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Melbourne, Florida
Specialty: Registered Nurse
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements & Details

• Experience: Minimum 1 year required
• First-timers: Not accepted
• Patient Ratios: 1:5
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period (unit dependent)
• On-call: Not required
• Float Requirement: Yes, may float to other units or locations within the system
• Block Scheduling: Not guaranteed
• Licensure: Florida State or compact license required at time of submission; pending licenses not accepted
• Locals: Accepted at same rate as travelers
• Guaranteed Hours: Contracted hours guaranteed

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA Instructor or Provider only, RQI accepted
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA Instructor or Provider only, RQI accepted
• NIH Stroke Certification – Must be renewed annually
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM for Labor & Delivery)
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (10/31–3/31), with medical or religious exemptions only

Special Requirements

• Two professional references from authority figures (Manager, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, or Director) within the last 12 months
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (10/31–3/31); medical or religious exemptions accepted with proper documentation
• Background checks and verifications as per facility policy (including MVR, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG)
• Florida AHCA Level II fingerprint clearance required prior to start (Livescan electronic fingerprinting mandatory if no prior clearance)

Health & Compliance Documents

• Physical exam within 6 months prior to start (required by Florida law for all patient-facing candidates)
• Fit mask test within 12 months prior to start (strict shaving policy; PAPR not accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 3 months of start (QGold or 2 negative PPDs accepted)
• Annual TB questionnaire
• Titers required within 5 years for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (must include marijuana; witnessed urine collection required for instant tests)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved declination/exemption documentation required during flu season (10/1–3/31)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but recommended if available for client visibility

Additional Notes

• Auto insurance required for Home Health assignments
• Facility-specific documents must be completed prior to start (e.g., Job Description Acknowledgement, Confidentiality Agreement, Badge Form)
• Background checks must cover all locations lived/worked in past 7 years and be updated annually
• Education verification required; candidates from certain institutions are not accepted (facility-specific list applies)

This position requires a reliable, experienced RN with current Florida licensure and certifications, able to work flexible schedules including weekends and float assignments within the healthcare system. Compliance with all health, background, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory.