Medical-Surgical Neuro RN
Memphis, Tennessee
Methodist University Hospital

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical Neuro Unit

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

Job Details

• Unit: Medical Surgical Neuro
• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
• Patient Ratio: 1:7, utilizing team nursing
• Facility Type: Large hospital, Level 1 Trauma center
• Must live at least 100 miles from the facility

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years Medical-Surgical experience
• Minimum 2 years recent travel experience in Medical-Surgical (3+ years recent experience required if first-time traveler)
• Experience in large hospital and Level 1 trauma settings preferred

Licensure

• Tennessee RN license or Compact RN license required 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 Certification – required and must be renewed annually (except for pediatric hospital assignments)

Health and Immunization 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
• Proof of immunizations or positive antibody titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
• Hepatitis B: proof of 3-shot series, positive titer, or signed declination
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Apr 30)
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start date

Background and Screening

• Background check within 60 days of start including statewide, county, federal, and education verification (no international searches)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and annually thereafter
• Sex offender search required separately
• Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry search required (TN facilities only)
• Two recent professional references required

Competencies and Testing

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam within 1 year and updated annually
• Core competency exams (Parts I, II, III) within 1 year and updated annually

Additional Requirements

• Return to Offer (RTO) must be submitted at time of application; late submissions will not be accepted
• Photo for badge must meet strict guidelines (passport-style, no hats, no glasses glare, taken within last 6 months)
• Must sign confidentiality acknowledgment prior to start
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RNs; no prints or embroidery allowed
• Must complete facility-specific questionnaires and submission packets as required
• Fit test for N-95 masks (3M 1860 or 1870+) within 1 year, passing required before start

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, including experience within the last year
• Minimum 3 years of total travel nursing experience
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Notes

• Candidates may only submit to one job ID per facility
• Prior travel experience is required (minimum 2 years recent travel experience in Medical-Surgical)
• No exceptions for mask brands; facial hair must be shaved for fit test if needed
• Flu exemption requests require documentation and may delay start date

This summary includes all key information relevant to healthcare recruiters and workers considering this travel nursing assignment.