Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide nursing care on Med/Surg Telemetry unit with potential to float to related units including Emergency Department.
• Rotating day/night shifts (7am-7:30pm and 7pm-7:30am); shift flexibility required to meet operational needs.
• Must work at least every other holiday.
• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition and medication safety testing; passing scores required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio.
• Minimum 1.5 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, with experience within the last year.
• Current certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Licensure & Certifications

• Must have permanent Ohio RN license or compact state RN license in hand.
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications must be current and valid at start.
• Certification renewals required if expiring within 30 days of assignment start.

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to safely perform job functions.
• Fit mask test (N95) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required with no declinations accepted (medical/religious exemptions require approval):

  • Tdap (every 10 years)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory for current candidates by November 30th; no declinations accepted)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility protocol.
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel within 12 months, updated annually; instant drug screens not accepted.
• Annual eye exam (Snellen) required unless currently on assignment without break.

Background & Screening

• Comprehensive background check including 7-year FCRA-compliant search.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 48 hours of contract signing; must be updated annually.
• Fingerprinting must be completed under nursing-specific code.
• Candidates may start with fingerprint results pending but must complete prior to extension.

Documentation & Onboarding

• Government-issued photo ID required and must be carried on assignment.
• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start; modules must be completed on a computer using Google Chrome.
• Photo for badge may be required.
• Resume/CV with detailed work history required.
• References: 2 professional references from within the last year (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).
• Employment application with at least 3 years prior work history including 2 years clinical acute care experience.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for variable shifts and floating to related units as needed.
• Passing facility competency exams on medication administration and ECG interpretation required at orientation.
• Prior travel experience is accepted but not explicitly required.
• Candidates must comply with all facility and agency policies regarding documentation, certifications, and health requirements.

Work Hours

• 12-hour shifts, approximately 36 hours per week.
• Rotating shifts between days and nights.

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs who meet licensure and certification requirements and are flexible with shift assignments.