Float Pool RN – Med Surg/Telemetry
Attleboro, Massachusetts
Sturdy Health

Registered Nurse – MS/Telemetry Float Pool (Travel/Contract)

Location: Attleboro, Massachusetts
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Overview

• Float Pool RN working primarily on Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units.
• Shift: Nights, 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM).
• Coverage includes every other weekend.
• Float pool nurses may be assigned to 2 different units during a shift based on patient care needs.
• Patient population includes medical, surgical, and observation patients on MS and Telemetry units.
• Documentation system used: Cerner.
• First-time travel nurses are welcome with 2-3 years of experience and experience with either Epic or Cerner electronic health records.
• Must have cardiac nursing experience.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Medical/Surgical and Telemetry experience within the last year (0 years minimum experience acceptable)
• Cardiac and cardiology nursing experience
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association

Additional Requirements & Compliance

• Must complete Massachusetts Statewide CORI background check and other standard background screenings including EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks.
• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start.
• N95 fit test within the last 6 months (specific approved mask models required).
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (with medical exemption documentation if applicable)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (2-step PPD or equivalent; annual testing required only for ICU and ER units)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or vaccination (declinations not accepted)
  • Hepatitis B immunity or signed declination (numerical titer required)
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination (declinations not accepted)
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (required September–April)
  • COVID-19 vaccine required; exemptions only accepted with signed medical or religious documentation.
• Drug screen within 30 days prior to start (minimum 9-panel; marijuana testing not required).
• Badge photo required (passport-style, shoulders up, plain background).
• Completion of facility-specific compliance checklists and questionnaires prior to start, including latex allergy questionnaire and COVID exemption forms if applicable.
• Two professional references required within 3 years for travel nurses.

Work Environment & Notes

• Float pool staff includes RNs, PCAs, and OAs, assigned based on unit needs during bed meetings.
• Use of Avasure video monitoring system for patient observation; staff assigned to monitor must be relieved for breaks and meals.
• Client may cancel up to 4 shifts during a 13-week assignment; guaranteed minimum hours apply.

Summary

This travel RN position offers night shifts in a float pool setting covering Medical/Surgical and Telemetry units with a focus on cardiac patient care. It is suitable for nurses with 2-3 years of experience, including first-time travelers, who have Cerner or Epic EHR experience. Comprehensive immunization, certification, and background requirements must be met prior to assignment start.