Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Tyler, Texas
UT Health Tyler

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Tyler, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Patient ratio: 1:6
• Float required
• Unit serves medical surgical patients including neurology and neurosurgical diagnoses
• Patient age range: young adult through geriatric
• Unit equipped with telemetry and oximetry monitoring

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Texas
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience, including experience within the last year

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification (transcript/diploma acceptable if verification pending)
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start (annual renewal required)
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within 1 year)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
  • Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented history)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption (required during flu season)
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology testing as applicable
• Color blindness testing (online acceptable)
• Unit-specific skills checklist (annual)
• Complete employment application/resume
• Work history verification (7 years)

Additional Information

• No local candidates from specified surrounding counties accepted
• Clear headshot photo required for badge
• Orientation safety manual and HIPAA acknowledgement required

This position is ideal for experienced Medical Surgical RNs with prior travel experience looking for a 13-week travel contract in Texas.