Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Akron, Ohio
Akron General Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Med/Surg Telemetry) - Akron, Ohio

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Med/Surg Telemetry)
• Location: Akron, Ohio
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 18 months recent permanent Med/Surg Telemetry experience prior to travel.
• Must hold a permanent Ohio nursing license or compact state license.

Certifications Required

• AHA BLS (Basic Life Support)
• AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• Certifications must be current; candidates with certifications expiring within 30 days of start must renew prior to starting.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID required and must be carried on assignment.
• Comprehensive background check required prior to start, including:

  • FCRA compliant 7-year search (SSN trace, counties, states, nationwide, sex offender, OFAC, FACIS Level 3, education verification).
  • Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
• Fingerprinting (FBI and BCI) must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing and results updated annually.

  • Fingerprints must be done under code 4723.09 (Nursing).
  • Facility will conduct their own fingerprinting in addition to agency process.
  • Candidates may start with fingerprint results pending if fingerprinting is completed prior to start.
• Education verification required for all candidates.
• State license primary source verification within 30 days of start.
• NURSYS verification within 30 days of start.

Health and 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 or 1870+) within 12 months of start, updated annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required:

  • Tdap vaccine every 10 years.
  • Negative TB test (2-step PPD or QGold/TSPOT) or chest X-ray if history of positive TB, updated annually.
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer; booster if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Hepatitis B titer, series, or declination.
  • Varicella - 2 vaccines or positive titer; booster if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted).
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted).
• TB questionnaire required annually if history of positive TB.

Competency and Orientation

• Unit-specific competency exam required within 12 months of start and updated annually.
• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication dosing during orientation (not required for legacy candidates with less than 6 months gap between contracts).
• Annual acknowledgment of orientation safety manual and pass/fail testing.
• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome; cannot be completed on a phone).
• Photo for badge required (headshot, shoulders up, white background).

References and Employment History

• Two professional references required from employment within one year of start (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).
• Employment application must include at least 3 years prior work history with 2 years clinical practice in acute care in a similar area.

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared to comply with all facility-specific onboarding and documentation requirements.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates must be able to work night shifts and meet all licensure and certification requirements before starting.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable healthcare system with a focus on Med/Surg Telemetry nursing during night shifts. Candidates must be well-prepared with current certifications, licensure, and health documentation to ensure compliance and smooth onboarding.