Medical-Surgical RN – Neuro Unit
Memphis, Tennessee
Methodist University Hospital

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical (Neuro Unit)

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Work on a Medical Surgical Neuro Unit with a strong emphasis on neurological experience.
• Patient ratio approximately 1:7 utilizing team nursing.
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM).
• Must live at least 100 miles from the facility.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Tennessee.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year.
• Strong neurological experience.
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients.
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.

Licensure

• Must have a current Tennessee RN license or a Compact RN license at time of application submission.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or ARC only.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or ARC only.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required and must be renewed annually (except for pediatric facilities).

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet job demands.
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD, Q-Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year; if positive, clear chest X-ray within 2 years plus annual TB questionnaire.
• Immunizations required: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (proof of 2 vaccines or positive antibody titers with boosters if needed).
• Hepatitis B vaccination series or positive titer or signed declination.
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Apr 30). Exemptions require mask wearing in patient areas.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start date.
• Fit test for 3M N-95 masks within 1 year prior to start (must pass without limitations).

Background & Documentation

• Background check within 60 days of start including statewide, county, federal, and education verification.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and annually thereafter.
• Sex offender search and Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry search required.
• Education verification required (diploma/transcript not accepted in lieu).
• Two recent professional references required.
• Internal evaluation required if employed with agency for 1 year or more.

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge must be submitted on time with strict guidelines (passport-style, no glasses, no head coverings except religious, no piercings visible).
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RNs; no prints or embroidered scrubs allowed.
• Confidentiality acknowledgment must be signed prior to start.
• EPIC questionnaire required for RNs; EPIC experience may allow testing out of training.
• Onsite fit test and questionnaire must be completed prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Return to Offer (RTO) must be submitted at time of application; late submissions will not be accepted.
• Candidates may only apply to one job ID per facility.

This position is ideal for experienced Medical Surgical RNs with strong neurological skills and prior travel contract experience seeking a 13-week travel assignment on a day shift in a Level 1 Trauma hospital setting.