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

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekends: Every other weekend (EOW) as needed
• Holidays: Expected to work 2 of 3 major holidays; no time off between Christmas and New Year's
• Floating: Will float to all Medical-Surgical floors and potentially rehab
• Patient Population: May care for COVID-19 patients
• Facility Environment: Tobacco and fragrance-free

Experience & Certifications

• Minimum Specialty Experience: 2 years as a Registered Nurse
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Additional Requirements:

  • EPIC experience required

Onboarding & Compliance Requirements

Background Checks & Verifications

• 7-year criminal background check (updated annually)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start
• PA FBI Fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search required within 1 year of start (cannot start with results pending)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Search required within 5 years; candidate may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts
• Employment application and most recent resume required
• 2 professional references within 3 years
• Skills checklist required annually

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start (PPD not accepted)
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles) – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Mumps – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Rubella – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Varicella – 2 doses or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B – positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) or declination with booster
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Seasonal flu vaccination or valid medical/religious exemption required annually by October 31
• COVID-19 vaccine, medical/religious exemption, or declination accepted
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 1 year (Aya requirement only)
• Respiratory safety clearance within 1 year, renewed annually

Competency Exams & Training

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (pass/fail) required for all RNs except OR and Home Health
• Completion of facility-specific online learning modules prior to start
• New hire orientation required by end of first day

Documentation & Facility Specifics

• Clear, professional, passport-style photo for badge
• Review and sign facility-specific documents including:

  • Medical Statement Non-Employee Ability to Work
  • 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)

Additional Notes

• Return to Office (RTO) requirement: Maximum 7 days
• No call requirements
• Manager interview required after clinical screening
• Candidate will be reviewed by clinical team for fit before manager interview

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position is suitable for experienced Registered Nurses with at least 2 years of clinical experience, ACLS and BLS certifications, and EPIC system proficiency, who are comfortable working night shifts and floating across multiple units including medical-surgical and rehab.