Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
INTEGRIS Southwest Medical Center

Registered Nurse (Med/Surg Telemetry) - Travel/Contract

Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Shift: Nights (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Description

• Provide nursing care on a Med/Surg Telemetry unit.
• Experience with pacemakers, IV insulin protocols, and Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) required.
• Must be able to float within scope to meet facility needs, including sister facilities if needed.
• Charting system: Epic.
• No block scheduling accommodations.
• Local candidates within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted.
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: no more than 5 days allowed.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience.
• Travel Experience: Prior travel experience not accepted; first-time travelers are not accepted.
• Licenses & Certifications:

  • Current, valid Registered Nurse license for Oklahoma.
  • BLS (Basic Life Support).
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support).
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
  • EKG Course/Telemetry test.
• Must have a current physical exam stating good health and no physical limitations.
• Must pass required competency exams including medication, dysrhythmia/EKG, core parts I-III, and conscious sedation (if applicable).
• Must complete required facility-specific orientation and training, including Epic if no recent experience.
• Must complete annual mandatory trainings and attestations (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA).

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated monthly.
• Education verification with transcript/diploma required.
• OFAC sanctions list search required and updated monthly.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen including marijuana (required within 30 days prior to start, updated annually).
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (Tdap mandatory for certain units).
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella vaccinations or positive titers.
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or declination.
  • Varicella vaccination, titer, or history.
  • Seasonal flu vaccine required or approved exemption.
  • COVID vaccination strongly preferred; declinations accepted with agency form.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start.
• Fit testing (N95 mask) required onsite prior to or on first day.
• Facility-specific documents and acknowledgments (e.g., Code of Ethical Business Conduct, Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy, Information Access Agreement) must be completed prior to start.
• Oklahoma Offender Registration Act compliance and fingerprinting clearance required.

Documentation and Verification

• Current and valid driver’s license or state-issued ID.
• Utility bill in candidate’s name with matching address dated within last 3 months; address must be more than 75 miles from contracted facility.
• Employment history verification covering 10 years, including international positions and explanations for gaps over 30 days.
• Two references required from former direct supervisors (one within 1 year, one within 3 years).
• Updated resume covering last 7 years of employment.
• Skills checklist and competency exams must be current and aligned.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be able to meet all facility-specific requirements and complete all mandatory trainings and documentation prior to start.
• Floating to other units or sister facilities may be required based on staffing needs.
• No local candidates accepted due to distance requirement.
• No pending state licenses accepted.
• RTO (Return to Office) days limited to 5 or fewer.

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs seeking a night shift travel contract in Oklahoma City with a reputable healthcare facility.