Telemetry Registered Nurse
Dayton, Ohio
Miami Valley Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Telemetry)

Location: Dayton, Ohio
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a mixed acuity unit caring for advanced care level patients, including experience with advanced care drips and step-down units.
• Target patient ratios typically 1:4, can be up to 1:5-6.
• Participate in team nursing or primary nursing models depending on unit needs.
• Must float to all Stepdown/Advanced Care units within the hospital system.
• No holiday Return to Office (RTO) accepted beyond 7 days.
• No local candidates accepted.
• Must pass an online EKG Telemetry competency assessment prior to starting.
• Available to work every other weekend and holidays.
• No travel partners allowed.
• Medical exemptions will not be accepted for this contract.

Required Qualifications

• License: Valid Ohio RN license (primary source verification required).
• Experience: Minimum 2 years nursing experience in a large hospital; Level 1 preferred, Level 2 accepted.
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Certification (must be current within 12 months prior to start)
• Ability to read and interpret EKG strips.
• Must be willing to obtain NIH Stroke Certification if not already held.
• Must be fitted for N95 respirator prior to working on the HRRU unit unless PAPR is provided/needed.
• Prior travel experience preferred but not required.
• Must complete Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam within 1 year or pass within 72 hours of contract signing (3 attempts allowed).
• Must complete Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam within 2 years of start.
• Must complete unit-specific competency exam within 2 years prior to start.

Floating Requirements

• Traveler will float at Premier’s discretion within the specialty cluster.
• Assignments may include support or direct care in medically appropriate units.
• Floating locations include Main Campus (Dayton), South Campus (Centerville, <10 miles), and North Campus (Englewood, <15 miles).

Work Schedule

• 36 or 48-hour shifts accepted.
• Overtime paid after 48 hours for 48-hour contracts.
• No block scheduling.

Health and Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 2 years indicating fitness for work and free of communicable diseases.
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray and annual TB questionnaire if past positive.
• Required vaccinations or immunity attestations: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (vaccination series, immune titer, or declination).
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
• Drug screening: Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 12 months prior to documentation due date, including marijuana panel. Random drug screening during orientation week may be required.
• Respiratory safety clearance and medical questionnaire required prior to orientation.

Documentation and Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check including SSN trace, national and county checks, and sex offender registry.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required.
• Education verification required for all non-RN candidates.
• Two professional references within 2 years required (one must be a manager/supervisor/charge RN). Employment verification accepted if references unavailable.
• Current resume/application required.
• Skills checklist updated within 1 year prior to documentation due date.
• Work history verification required only if references are not available.

Additional Notes

• Travelers are not eligible for Premier Health employee incentives.
• No local candidates accepted.
• No travel partners allowed.
• Must be able to pass all required competency exams and certifications prior to start.
• Must be available for floating and weekend/holiday shifts as required.

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with telemetry and step-down experience seeking a travel contract in a large hospital setting with mixed acuity patients.