Cardio/Neurovascular Med-Surg Telemetry RN
Dothan, Alabama
Southeast Alabama Medical Center

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical (Cardio/Neurovascular Med-Surg/Telemetry)

Location: Dothan, Alabama
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit & Patient Care

• 42-bed Cardio/Neurovascular Med-Surg/Telemetry unit
• Patient ratio: 1:6 (high acuity)
• Experience with dysrhythmias and cardiac drips (Cardizem, Tridil, Amiodarone) required
• Must be strong with high-acuity patients

Shift & Hours

• Night shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Total 36 hours per week
• Block scheduling available; every other week (EOW) required

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Alabama
• Minimum 1 year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• ACLS certification
• BLS certification issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Experience with dysrhythmias
• Experience managing cardiac drips (Cardizem, Tridil, Amiodarone)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement

Compliance & Documentation

• Flu vaccine required with medical or religious exemptions accepted (facility-specific exemption form required)
• COVID vaccine voluntary
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, education verification, and Shirley’s Law APS Clearance Form (time sensitive, must be completed prior to orientation)
• Drug testing: 10-panel within 90 days of start, no instant/rapid tests accepted
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year required
• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands, updated annually
• Fit mask test within 12 months prior to start (specific approved mask models only)
• Proof of 2 clinical references within last 12 months (up to 18 months if necessary)
• Employment application/resume required
• Skills checklist for applicable unit, updated annually
• HIPAA attestation and Core Exams I-III from Prophecy highly preferred (RN network Orientation Module not accepted)
• Facility-specific modules must be completed by the Friday prior to start (sent directly to candidate)

Dress Code

• Scrubs: Navy bottoms and white top

Additional Requirements

• Candidate must live at least 90 miles from the facility (no local candidates)
• Return to Office (RTO) preferred 3–5 days, maximum 7 days during the 13-week contract
• Former permanent staff ineligible for 10 years
• Candidate must bring a valid driver’s license matching the name on RN license on the first day
• Photo for badge required within 72 hours of signing (passport-type, no nose rings)
• Preferred name for badge must be confirmed prior to start

This position requires a highly skilled RN with cardiac and telemetry experience, strong compliance with facility policies, and readiness to work night shifts in a high-acuity medical surgical environment.