Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic

Job Opportunity: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)
• Shift: 3 shifts of 12 hours each (3x12's)
• Shift Times: Day/Night rotating shifts (7pm-7:30am / 7am-7:30pm)
• Shift rotation may be required to meet hospital operational needs
• Must work at least every other holiday
• Orientation includes ECG rhythm recognition test and SafeMedicate exam; passing scores required

Required Experience

• Minimum 18 months recent Med/Surg Telemetry experience
• Minimum 18 months permanent experience in the specialty prior to travel assignments
• Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Current Ohio RN license or compact state license in hand
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA or American Red Cross)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification (AHA or American Red Cross)
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification

Required Qualifications & Compliance

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Med Surg / Telemetry experience of at least 1.5 years, including experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIHSS certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing

Orientation & Training

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome)
• SafeMedicate preparation materials provided for orientation exam
• Baseline competency exams during orientation:

  • Medication administration exam (SafeMedicate) with 90% passing score
  • ECG interpretation exam with 80% passing score
• Remediation and retake opportunities available if initial attempts are unsuccessful

Additional Notes

• Candidates must carry government-issued photo ID while on assignment
• Fingerprinting must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing; facility will also conduct fingerprinting onsite
• Candidates can start with fingerprint results pending if fingerprinting is completed prior to start
• Physical exam and eye exam do not need to be updated annually if currently on assignment without a break
• Candidates with gaps in employment may have additional requirements for physical and eye exams
• Flu vaccine exemptions require agency approval and facility review
• Modules and onboarding must be completed prior to clearance to start
• Candidates must use legal name on all documentation and onboarding systems

This position is ideal for experienced Med/Surg Telemetry RNs licensed in Ohio or a compact state, who are comfortable with rotating shifts and meeting comprehensive health and compliance requirements.