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Registered Nurse (IMC) - Travel/Contract

Location: Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Shift: Nights, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Float between Intermediate Care (IMC), Orthopedics, and Rehabilitation units as needed.
Patient population includes hip fractures, osteomyelitis, cellulitis, acute kidney injury, pneumonia, bowel obstructions, and general medical/surgical patients.
May care for COVID-19 patients.
Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.

Schedule & Work Requirements

Schedule: 3 nights per week, 12-hour shifts (7 PM to 7 AM).
Weekends: Every other weekend.
Holidays: As needed.
No call requirements.
Return to Office (RTO) maximum 7 days.

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania.
Minimum 2 years of Intermediate Care nursing experience, with at least 1 year within the last year.
Experience in Orthopedics and Rehabilitation units.
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

7-year criminal background check required within 30 days of start; updated annually.
Pennsylvania Child Abuse (Childline) Search required 3 business days prior to start; renewed every 5 years.
Pennsylvania FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; results must be on file within 45 days of assignment start.
Pennsylvania State Police PATCH (criminal history) search required within 1 year of start; must be finalized prior to start.
Employment application and most recent resume required.
Two professional references within 3 years required.
Annual skills checklist required.
Physical exam required within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
Fit testing for approved mask types required within 1 year of start; updated annually.
Immunizations/vaccinations required with documentation including:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start; chest x-ray if positive.
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccine doses or positive titer; boosters required if titers negative/equivocal.
- Varicella: 2 vaccine doses or positive titer; boosters required if titers negative/equivocal.
- Hepatitis B: Full vaccine series or positive titer preferred; declination form required for all candidates.
- Seasonal Flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
- COVID-19 vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption or declination accepted.
Negative 9-panel drug test required within 1 year of start (for agency use only).

Certifications & Competencies

Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing required within 48 hours of contract signing.
Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam required for all RNs (except OR and Home Health); must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing.
ACLS certification may be required depending on unit assignment.

Facility-Specific Requirements

Passport-style photo for badge with light-colored background required.
Completion and signing of facility-specific documents including:
- Medical Statement Non-Employee Ability to Work form.
- Commitment to Health & Wellness.
- Code of Conduct.
- Confidentiality Agreement.
- Non-Employee Affidavit.
- Hepatitis B Declination form.
- Safety and Security Vehicle Registration (if applicable).
- Review of facility policies such as "Wellspan Way Description."
Completion of Learning Management System (LMS) modules on PC/laptop prior to or on first day of orientation.
New Hire Orientation required by end of first day.

Additional Notes

Candidates will undergo a clinical pre-screen to determine fit before manager interview.
Floating between units is mandatory as needed.
Facility is tobacco and fragrance free; candidates must be notified prior to submission.

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