Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position at a major hospital campus in Cleveland, Ohio.
• Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse role.
• Rotating day/night shifts (7pm-7:30am and 7am-7:30pm). Shifts may vary based on hospital operational needs.
• Must work at least every other holiday.
• ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate testing required during orientation; passing scores are mandatory.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 18 months permanent experience in the specialty (Registered Nurse).
• Minimum 18 months recent Med/Surg or Telemetry experience; travel experience in these areas is acceptable.
• Oncology/chemotherapy administration experience preferred but not required. Oncology nurses encouraged to apply; training provided for chemotherapy administration.

Licensure & Certifications

• Must have a permanent Ohio nursing license or a license from a compact state.
• Required certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or American Red Cross
  • NIH Stroke Scale Certification (must be current)
• Additional certifications preferred or required depending on unit:

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred but not required
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) preferred but not required
• Chemotherapy certification not required for oncology nurses.

Prior Travel Experience

• Travel experience in Med/Surg or Telemetry is acceptable to meet recent experience requirements.
• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience stated.

Orientation & Testing

• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition and SafeMedicate testing.
• Pass/fail testing for EKG and medication administration required for bedside RNs (except OR).
• Unit-specific competency exams required within 12 months of start and updated annually.
• Completion of online training modules prior to start is mandatory.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, including Snellen eye exam.
• Fit mask test (N95) within 12 months, updated annually.
• Immunizations/vaccinations required:

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

Background & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID required.
• Background check required prior to start; must be updated annually and after breaks in service of 2+ months.
• FBI and BCI fingerprinting required within 12 months of start and updated annually.
• Fingerprinting must be completed under nursing-specific code.
• Candidates may start with fingerprint results pending if fingerprinting is completed prior to start.
• References: Two professional references from within one year of start required (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director).

Additional Requirements

• Application must include 3 years of prior work history, including at least 2 years of clinical practice in an acute care setting similar to the assignment.
• Candidates must complete all required onboarding modules prior to clearance to start.
• Candidates must be prepared to comply with all facility-specific policies and testing.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic Med/Surg Telemetry environment with a reputable healthcare system in Ohio. Candidates with strong Med/Surg or Telemetry experience and appropriate licensure and certifications are encouraged to apply.