Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
The Good Samaritan Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Hours per Week: 36 hours
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work primarily on a medical-surgical/telemetry unit with floating to all medical-surgical floors and potentially rehab.
• Weekend shifts expected approximately every other weekend.
• Required to work 1 of 2 upcoming holidays (e.g., Memorial Day or July 4th) and surrounding days.
• May care for COVID-19 patients.
• Facility is tobacco and fragrance free; candidates must be notified prior to submission.
• Interviews are not guaranteed; scheduling requests cannot be accommodated.
• Candidates undergo clinical screening and manager interview for final decision.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum 2 years of telemetry nursing experience, with telemetry experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start.
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start.
  • Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start, no pending results).
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse (Childline) search completed 3 business days prior to start and renewed every 5 years.
• PA FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must have results on file within 45 days or will be removed from assignment.
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts required.
• Two professional references within 3 years required.
• Most recent resume or employment application required.
• Annual skills checklist required.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Fit testing for approved mask types within 1 year of start, updated annually. Failed fit tests require PAPR training.
• Immunizations/vaccinations or positive titers required for:

  • Hepatitis B (full vaccine series or positive titer preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (2 doses vaccine or positive titer; boosters required if titers negative/equivocal)
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start; PPD not accepted. For positive TB, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual questionnaire required.
• Seasonal flu vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption required during flu season (declinations not accepted).
• COVID-19 vaccine, medical/religious exemption, or declination accepted.
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 1 year of start (requirement for agency only, not facility).

Additional Facility Requirements

• Clear, professional, passport-style photo for badge.
• 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 (if applicable)
  • 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 start (not accessible via cell phone).
• New hire orientation must be completed by end of first day.

Reporting and Start

• Return to Office (RTO) maximum 7 days from contract acceptance.
• No call requirements.
• Floating to multiple units expected.

This position is ideal for experienced Registered Nurses comfortable with night shifts, floating across medical-surgical and telemetry units, and meeting comprehensive compliance and health requirements.