Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Evangelical Community Hospital

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Location: Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule

• 3 shifts per week, 12-hour nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
• Weekends every other week
• Holidays as needed
• No call requirements
• Floating to other departments as needed

Unit Information

• Patient population includes hip fractures, osteomyelitis, cellulitis, acute kidney injury, pneumonia, bowel obstructions, and general medical/surgical patients
• May care for COVID-19 patients
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania
• Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license for Pennsylvania
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Orientation & Training

• Clinical screening and manager interview required prior to placement
• Learning Management System (LMS) modules and new hire orientation required
• Medication, pharmacology, and dysrhythmia/EKG competency exams required

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search required within 1 year of start
• FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days
• Child Abuse History Clearance required within 5 years; may start with results pending but must be finalized within 45 days
• Employment application and 2 professional references required
• Skills checklist required annually

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NP
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days of start; PPD not accepted
• Vaccinations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer or full vaccine series)
• Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (declinations not accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption/declination accepted
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years of start
• Drug screening (9 panel) required within 1 year of start (agency-specific)
• Respiratory safety clearance required within 1 year of start, renewed annually

Additional Notes

• Photo for badge required (professional, passport-style)
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including code of conduct, confidentiality agreement, and health & wellness commitment
• Maximum return-to-office (RTO) time: 7 days

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position on a medical-surgical unit with a 13-week contract in Pennsylvania. The role requires night shifts, EPIC experience, and a minimum of 2 years RN experience. Comprehensive background checks, immunizations, and certifications are mandatory. Candidates should be prepared for floating and working with a diverse patient population including COVID-19 cases.