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Registered Nurse (Med/Surg Telemetry) - Travel/Contract

Location: Warrensville Heights, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Shift: Night shifts, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (36 or 48 hour option)
Experience Required: Minimum 18 months recent permanent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
Licensing: Must have a permanent Ohio nursing license or a compact state license in hand
Certifications Required:
- AHA BLS (Basic Life Support)
- AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
Holiday Work: Must work at least every other holiday
Assessments:
- ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate medication test during orientation (passing score required)
Documentation Submission: Hours worked submitted via Qualivis – Lotus system

Required Credentials & Compliance

Background Checks

Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID) required and must be carried on assignment
Comprehensive background check prior to start, including:
- FCRA compliant 7-year search (SSN Trace, Counties, States, Nationwide)
- National Sex Offender Registry
- OFAC, FACIS Level 3
- Education verification
Background checks must be updated annually or after breaks in service of 2+ months
Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required
FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start, updated annually
- Must be completed within 48 hours of signed contract
- Fingerprints done under code 4723.09 (Nursing)
- Facility will conduct additional fingerprinting onsite
- Candidates may start with fingerprint results pending if fingerprinting is completed prior to start

Certifications

Mandatory:
- ACLS (AHA Instructor or Provider, RQI acceptable)
- BLS (AHA Instructor or Provider, RQI acceptable)
Preferred/As Applicable:
- PALS, NRP, TNCC, CHEMO, Tech Cert Verification, NIH Stroke Certification
Annual acknowledgment of Orientation Safety Manual and Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required
State License verification and NURSYS verification within 30 days of start
Pass/Fail ECG & Medication testing during orientation (not required for legacy candidates with <6 month gap)

Health Requirements

Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Snellen eye exam (required for new candidates signing 4/11/2025 or later)
Fit Mask (N95) fit test within 12 months, updated annually
Immunizations and titers required:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray (annual)
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccinations or positive titers
- Hepatitis B titer or vaccination series
- Varicella vaccinations or positive titer
- Seasonal Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant drug screens not accepted)

Onboarding & Orientation

Completion of online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome)
Modules include SafeMedicate preparation materials and other facility-specific training
Modules must be completed fully (video watched before test)
Onboarding process may take multiple days; candidates should prioritize completion
Candidates returning to the system with less than 6 months gap may have some onboarding requirements waived

Employment History & References

Employment application must include 3 years prior work history, with at least 2 years in acute care and similar clinical area
Two professional references required from employment within one year of start (Manager, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, or Director)
Co-worker references are not acceptable

Additional Notes

Candidates must carry government-issued photo ID at all times on assignment
Must be prepared to complete all required assessments and documentation timely to avoid delays
Facility accommodates latex allergies with notification to ensure proper supplies

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs licensed in Ohio or compact states, seeking a travel contract with a reputable healthcare system, working night shifts with a strong emphasis on compliance and credentialing.