Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Job Opportunity: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Position: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)
• Shift: Day/Night rotating shifts (7pm-7:30am / 7am-7:30pm) with possible variability to meet hospital needs
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (3x12's)
• Must work at least every other holiday

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Minimum 1.5 years of Med/Surg Telemetry experience, with experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIHSS certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience working with pediatric patients

Required Assessments

• ECG rhythm recognition test during orientation (must pass)
• SafeMedicate medication administration exam during orientation (90% passing score required)

Required Background Checks & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Background check including FCRA compliant 7-year search, education verification, and fingerprinting
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting within 12 months of start, updated annually
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of signed contract
• Fingerprints must be completed under nursing code 4723.09
• Candidates may start with fingerprint results pending if fingerprinting is completed prior to start

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, confirming ability to perform essential job functions
• Fit mask test (3M N95 1860 or 1870+) within 12 months, updated annually
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine every 10 years (declinations not accepted)
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD, QGold, or TSPOT) within 12 months or chest X-ray if past positive
• Annual TB questionnaire if history of positive TB
• Immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted)
• Seasonal flu vaccination documentation required annually (declinations not accepted)

Documentation & History Requirements

• 2 professional references from employment within 1 year of start (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director)
• Employment application including 3 years prior work history with at least 2 years in acute care and similar specialty
• Annual skills checklist
• Photo for badge (if applicable)

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome)
• Modules include onboarding and safety training
• Medication and ECG competency exams at orientation with remediation and retake opportunities if needed

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for rotating shifts and holiday work
• Facility reserves the right to rotate shifts as needed
• Candidates with gaps in employment may need to retake modules or provide updated documentation
• All certifications must be current or renewed prior to start if expiring within 30 days

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs licensed in Ohio or a compact state, who are comfortable with rotating shifts and meeting comprehensive compliance and health requirements.