Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Specialty: Med/Surg Telemetry

Job Details

• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day/Night rotating shifts (7pm-7:30am / 7am-7:30pm)

  • Shifts may vary to meet hospital operational needs
  • Facility will try to honor preferred shifts but reserves the right to rotate
• Work Schedule: Must work at least every other holiday

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 18 months permanent experience in the specialty prior to travel assignments
• Minimum 18 months recent Med/Surg or Telemetry experience (travel experience accepted)
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Licensure & Certifications

• Must have a permanent Ohio nursing license or a compact state license in hand
• Required certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification
• Other certifications may be required or preferred depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC)

Orientation & Testing

• ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication competency test required during orientation
• Passing scores on both assessments are mandatory
• Pass/Fail testing applies to all bedside RNs except OR nurses

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID) required and must be carried on assignment
• Background checks required prior to start and must be updated annually or after breaks in service of 2+ months
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start and updated annually
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Snellen eye exam (required for new candidates signing after 4/11/2025)
• Fit mask test (N95) required within 12 months and updated annually
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or titer
  • Varicella vaccination or titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted)
• Drug screening (10-panel) within 12 months, updated annually

Additional Requirements

• Must complete facility-specific online training modules prior to start (typically takes multiple days)
• Must submit 2 professional references from within the last year (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director)
• Employment application must include 3 years prior work history with at least 2 years clinical acute care experience in a similar area
• Annual skills checklist and competency exams required
• Candidates must be prepared to complete fingerprinting at the facility in addition to agency process

Notes

• Candidates with gaps longer than 40 days between assignments may need to update physical exam, chest X-ray, and eye exam
• Facility accommodates latex allergies with notification
• PAPR approvals for mask fit failures are handled on a case-by-case basis with required documentation
• Modules must be completed on a computer using Google Chrome; cannot be completed on a phone
• Candidates must watch training videos fully before taking tests to avoid being locked out

This position offers a structured travel nursing opportunity with a reputable healthcare system, requiring solid Med/Surg Telemetry experience, current licensure, and comprehensive compliance with health and safety standards.