MS/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Bristol, Tennessee
Bristol Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse (MS/Tele) - Travel/Contract

Location: Bristol, Tennessee
Specialty: Registered Nurse (Medical/Surgical and Telemetry)
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 18:30–7:00)
Schedule: 36 hours per week (36/36 rotation), every other weekend, no call
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Patient ratio: 1:7
• Floating to other units required
• Active participation in nursing student support and clinical education alongside clinical care
• Hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without penalty due to census changes
• Additional overtime shifts available as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license in Tennessee
• Minimum 2 years of Medical/Surgical and Telemetry nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Orientation & Onboarding

• General orientation begins on Sundays with online computer-based learning (CBLs)
• 16 hours of non-billable orientation required
• Time-sensitive completion of facility-specific documents and forms within 24-48 hours of contract signing

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Education verification required
• Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry check required for those licensed or working in Tennessee

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required annually)
• Standard 9-panel drug screen within 14 days of start
• Respirator fit testing completed onsite (must comply with CDC facial hair guidelines)
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or documentation of immunity/declination:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray as applicable
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) titers or vaccination documentation
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
  • Varicella titer or vaccination documentation
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Sept 29 – Mar 31)

Documentation & Facility Policies

• Photo for badge must meet strict guidelines (neutral background, no filters, no bulky jewelry, etc.)
• Completion of facility-specific forms including dress code, smoking/tobacco use policy, contaminated sharps/body fluid exposure statement, influenza policy, and respirator medical evaluation questionnaire
• Flu vaccination exemption requires additional religious or medical documentation and facility approval

Additional Notes

• References: Minimum 2 preferred, 3 recommended
• Skills checklist required prior to start
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required as applicable

This position offers a structured travel nursing opportunity with a focus on Medical/Surgical and Telemetry care during night shifts, supporting both patient care and nursing education.