Medical-Surgical Telemetry Float RN
Newport News, Virginia
Riverside Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Newport News, Virginia
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Float position in Medical-Surgical (MS) unit
• Locals allowed to apply
• EPIC experience required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification and stroke education required

Required Certifications & Training

• BLS (Basic Life Support): Current certification required; online CPR not accepted
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for CCU, ER, ICU, MICU, OICU, SICU, and Tele specialties (except CVT Tele – preferred)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): As applicable, check unit requirements
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): As applicable, check unit requirements
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring): As applicable, check unit requirements
• NIH Stroke Certification: Required for all inpatient RNs (except OR and PICC); must be updated annually
• Stroke Education CEUs: Required annually, hours vary by unit (e.g., ICU, Neuro ICU, MICU – 6 hours; ER, PACU, Interventional – 4 hours; Med Surg, Labor and Delivery – 1 hour)
• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Must be completed within one year of start date
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Facility-administered computer-based learning during orientation

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Virginia State Police National Criminal Background Check fingerprint results (effective 7/15/2025)
• Drug screen within last 12 months (specific panels required)
• Physical exam within last 12 months
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within last 12 months; if positive, clearance letter required
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or documented exemption for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (10/1–3/31) with strict deadlines; medical or religious exemptions accepted with approval
• COVID-19 vaccination preferred (initial series)

Documentation & Facility Policies

• Government-issued photo ID required
• Recent professional photo for badge (taken within last 6 months, work-appropriate attire, neutral background)
• Confidentiality agreement, dress code policy, scrub color policy, safety brochure, drug-free policy, and hand washing hygiene policy must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• References: Two professional references required
• Employment application/resume required
• Skills checklist must be updated annually

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be at least 21 years old; 25 if transporting patients
• Pending background checks may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Orientation includes computer-based learning with multiple attempts allowed for passing required tests
• Stroke CEUs must be completed via Relias platform
• Some certifications and requirements may vary depending on unit assignment; confirm with program management if unclear

This position offers an opportunity to work in a reputable healthcare system with comprehensive compliance and certification standards to ensure quality patient care.