Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) Registered Nurse
Thomasville, Georgia
John D. Archbold Memorial Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Thomasville, Georgia
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift: Night shift, every other week (EOW), including holidays
Start Date: Approximately 3 weeks from offer

Job Description

• RN needed for the Cardiac Progressive Unit (CPU)
• Minimal to no Return to Office (RTO) days (must be included on submission)
• EMR system used: Cerner
• Royal Blue scrubs required (not provided)

Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Stepdown Unit nursing
• Experience: Minimum 3+ years recent Stepdown experience (highest required years of experience)
• Prior Travel Experience: Preferred but not required
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• Skills:

  • Foley Management (Intermediate/Advanced)
  • Telemetry
  • IV Start

Documentation & Compliance Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License (color copy required)
• Background Check: 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Education Verification: Diploma or transcript required
• NURSYS Verification (for RNs)
• Physical Exam within 1 year, updated annually
• Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 30 days of start
• TB Testing: QGold or TSPOT within 30 days of start (no PPDs accepted)
• Immunizations or Titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
• Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (9/3 through 3/31) unless approved medical/religious exemption is provided
• References: Two recent supervisor/manager level references verified within 12 months
• Competency Exams and Annual Training: Medication/Pharmacology competency, Core Parts I-III, OSHA, HIPAA, Joint Commission training

Additional Notes

• Candidates living less than 30 miles from the facility are not accepted as travelers
• Local rate applies for candidates living within 31-50 miles
• Facility-specific onboarding modules must be completed prior to the first day
• Photo for badge required within 24 hours of signing (passport-style, no selfies)
• Fingerprinting: Georgia GCHEXS fingerprint results required for CNAs; process details provided for RNs as applicable
• Dress code: Royal Blue scrubs required; candidates must review dress code policy

This position is ideal for experienced Stepdown RNs looking for a 13-week travel assignment on night shift with a reputable healthcare facility in Georgia. Prior travel experience is preferred but not mandatory.