Telemetry Float Pool RN
Bellingham, Washington
PeaceHealth Saint John Medical Center

Registered Nurse - Float Pool (Medical, Cardiology, Surgical)

Location: Longview, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Float Pool RN role, rotating between Medical, Cardiology, and Surgical units
• Day shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• 0.9 FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
• Weekend coverage every other weekend required
• Patient ratio: 1 nurse to 5 patients (day, night, and weekends)
• Patient population: Adults
• Medication system used: Pyxis
• Electronic health record system: EPIC (required experience)

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Washington
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of telemetry experience, with telemetry experience within the last year
• Previous float pool experience
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system
• 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)

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background check required within 60 days of start (7-year search including SSN trace, counties/states lived/worked, federal and national criminal checks)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks must be run 15 days prior to start and every 45 days thereafter
• Social Security verification required before starting (I-9 and eVerify must be on file)
• Education verification of highest degree related to specialty required (transcripts or diploma acceptable if school closed)
• Washington State Patrol check must be run within 90 days prior to start
• Employment application and signed criminal disclosure statement required
• Photo for badge (passport style with white or gray background) required

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required for non-clinical candidates)
• Fit mask test within 1 year, updated annually (N95 fit testing onsite if providing patient care)
• Immunizations or declinations required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella (immunity evidence, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31)
• Negative TB test (IGRA or 2 PPDs) within 1 year or negative chest x-ray if positive TB history, plus annual TB questionnaire
• Drug test required within 30 days of start (specific panels required)
• COVID-19 vaccine exemptions require signed religious or medical exemption forms

Orientation & Training

• Must complete a 100% score on the PeaceHealth Orientation Test for RNs prior to start (delivered via WorkRamp)
• Review and acknowledge facility policies including:

  • Orientation Manual
  • Personnel Restrictions Due to Illness Policy
  • Masking Policy (facial hair must be clean-shaven for N95 use)
  • Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (must be signed)
  • Daily Responsibilities and MyTime Resources

Additional Notes

• Floating between units is mandatory
• Candidate must sign Social Security verification release
• Various facility-specific forms and checklists must be completed and submitted prior to start
• Computer access setup is time-sensitive and must be completed within 48 hours of receiving access emails

This position is ideal for RNs with float pool experience seeking a travel contract in Washington state with a reputable healthcare system.