Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Cartersville, Georgia
Cartersville Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Location: Cartersville, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Details

• Unit: Medical Surgical
• Weekend Schedule: Every Other Weekend
• Call: None
• Floating: Within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Minimum Specialty Experience: 2 years (Unit accepts first-time travelers)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required

Work Expectations

• Holidays:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, traveler is expected to work it.
  • If 2 major holidays fall, traveler must work both.
  • If 3 major holidays fall, traveler must work two of them.
• Major Holidays Include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day
• Orientation: Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days
• Compliance: Full compliance required to start on time; delays result in 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Locals Accepted: Yes, at same rate

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Medical Surgical specialty
• First-time travelers accepted; prior travel experience not mandatory

Certifications & Licenses

• Required:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – Required for RNs in critical care-related specialties
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • State License (Georgia) – Must be current and verified within 30 days prior to start
  • NURSYS Verification (RN) – Annual verification within 30 days prior to start
• May be Required (depending on unit):

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – For PACU/Pre-op/ER if pediatric patients accepted
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – Online course required within a few months of hire
  • NIH Stroke Certification – If applicable, must be completed yearly
• Other:

  • Tech Cert Verification (if applicable)
  • Competency exams including Medication Test/Pharmacology, Dysrhythmia/EKG (for certain units)

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (with specific protocols if prior positive)
• TB Questionnaire – Required annually for all candidates
• Immunizations:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella – 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer with booster protocols
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer with booster protocols
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccination or Declination (strongly encouraged during flu season)
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; cannot start with results pending
• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days of start, including education verification
• References: 2 clinical references required
• Skills Checklist: Updated within 12 months
• Work History Verification: Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process

Competency Testing

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (required for RNs)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (required for Tele, MS/Tele, IMCU, ER, Cardiac Tele/Step-down, ICU, PCU) – 3 attempts allowed; failure results in cancellation
• Color Blind Testing – Required for all candidates; alternative assessment available if needed

Facility Policies

• Candidates must review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance Policy prior to start
• Delineation of Privileges required only for CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant and RNFA specialties

This position offers a structured travel nursing opportunity with clear expectations on certifications, compliance, and work schedule, suitable for Registered Nurses with at least 2 years of Medical Surgical experience.