Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette General Medical Center

Registered Nurse (MS/Tele) - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Lafayette, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 18:45 - 7:15)
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Unit and Work Environment

• 12-bed unit with EKG/Telemetry background preferred
• Special equipment used: Alaris Pumps
• Floating required to all inpatient units
• Must work every other weekend and every other holiday
• Block scheduling not accommodated on this unit
• Accepts first-time travelers and those with less than 2 years of experience
• May be assigned to an Emergency Team during events, requiring staying at the facility or relief duties as assigned by unit manager

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
• Minimum of 1 year telemetry experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Experience

• Minimum specialty experience: less than 2 years accepted (no higher requirement specified)
• Prior travel experience: NOT required

Certifications (as applicable)

• BLS (required for all)
• ACLS (required for charge nurses)
• Other certifications (PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, CPI) may be required depending on unit assignment; verify with program management if unclear

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Sex offender search required within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Education verification or transcript/diploma if verification cannot be completed
• NURSYS license verification within 30 days of start
• Competency exam specific to specialty, completed within 1 year prior to start, minimum 80%, updated annually
• Skills checklist updated annually
• Employment application/resume required, including 7 years employment history and explanation for gaps

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months prior to start, indicating good physical health
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months, updated annually; if positive, additional documentation required
• Immunizations or proof of immunity required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Tdap vaccination required only for select units (ED, Pediatrics, Mother/Baby, NICU)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start, initiated within 24-48 hours of offer acceptance; instant screenings not accepted, updated annually
• Seasonal flu vaccination, declination, or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• COVID-19 medical or religious exemption forms accepted with proper signatures

Additional Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge: full color, passport-style, taken within last 6 months, plain background, no obstructions or filters; upload within 24 hours of booking
• Fit mask testing (N95) within 1 year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed with prior authorization
• Emergency preparedness checklist required for assignments during hurricane season (June 1 - Nov 30)

On-Call and Scheduling

• No on-call requirements
• Must be willing to float to other inpatient units as needed

Important Notes

• Candidates must be comfortable with potential emergency team assignments requiring extended presence at the facility during emergency events
• This position accepts first-time travelers and those with less than 2 years of experience, making it suitable for newer nurses seeking travel assignments

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Registered Nurse travel contract position in a telemetry unit.