Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Registered Nurse (Med/Surg Tele) - Cleveland, Ohio

Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (3 months)
Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Job Description

• Position: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
• Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts (Day/Night)

  • Day: 7am - 7:30pm
  • Night: 7pm - 7:30am
  • Shifts may vary based on hospital operational needs; rotation may be required.
• Must work at least every other holiday.
• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate pass/fail testing.
• Hours submission via Qualivis – Lotus system.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 months permanent experience in the specialty prior to travel assignment.
• Minimum 18 months recent Med/Surg or Telemetry experience (travel experience accepted).
• Must hold a permanent Ohio nursing license or a compact state license.
• Certifications required:

  • AHA BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) Certification
• Pass ECG rhythm recognition and SafeMedicate tests during orientation.

Certifications & Competencies

• Mandatory Certifications:

  • BLS (AHA Instructor or Provider; RQI acceptable)
  • ACLS (AHA Instructor or Provider; RQI acceptable)
  • NIH Stroke Certification (AHA, Apex, AACME, or Bluecloud only)
• Other Certifications:

  • PALS (Preferred for PICU, Pediatric Stepdown, ERPediatric OR)
  • NRP (Required for L&D, OB/GYN, NICU)
  • TNCC (Preferred, not required for ER)
  • Chemotherapy certification (Not required for Oncology)
• Annual acknowledgment of Orientation Safety Manual and Pass/Fail Testing required.
• Unit-specific competency exam required within 12 months of start and updated annually.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable.

Licensure & Background Checks

• Ohio BCI/FBI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start and updated annually.
• Background check including FCRA compliant 7-year search, education verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing; facility will also conduct fingerprinting onsite.
• Primary source verification of state license and NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start.
• Employment application must include 3 years prior work history with at least 2 years clinical practice in acute care and similar specialty.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Snellen eye exam (for candidates signing 4/11/2025 or later).
• Fit mask test (3M N95 1860 small/regular or 1870+) within 12 months of start, updated annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required:

  • Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (seasonal requirement)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months of start, updated annually.
• TB questionnaire required annually if history of positive TB.
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months of start, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted).

Orientation & Training

• Completion of online training modules prior to start is mandatory.
• Modules must be completed on a computer using Google Chrome; cannot be completed on a phone.
• Candidates cannot skip training videos before tests.
• Modules typically take multiple days to complete and must be finished before clearance to start.
• SafeMedicate preparation materials provided for pass/fail exam during orientation.

Additional Notes

• Two professional references required from employment within one year of start (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).
• Candidates must carry a government-issued photo ID during assignment.
• Candidates must be prepared to comply with all facility-specific policies and testing requirements.
• Facility accommodates latex allergies with notification.
• Candidates with religious or medical exemptions for vaccines must submit documentation for approval.

This position offers a structured travel nursing opportunity with a reputable healthcare system, requiring strong clinical experience, current certifications, and compliance with comprehensive health and background screening protocols.