Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Beachwood, Ohio
University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center

Job Opportunity: RN Emergency Room (Travel)

Location: Beachwood, Ohio
Specialty: RN Emergency Room
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 25 weeks

Job Description

• Emergency Department RN position
• Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department nursing experience required
• Blocked schedules cannot be accommodated

Required Certifications & Credentials

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – American Heart Association only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – American Heart Association only
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
• License/Certificate Verification: Valid permanent RN license required (temporary licenses not accepted)
• UHS I-9 Attestation: Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• UHS Ohio Fingerprints: Ohio BCI&I check and FCRA-compliant national criminal background check (FBI fingerprint check if living in Ohio less than 5 years)
• UHS Education Verification: Highest level of education verified; international education requires equivalency documentation
• UHS Employment Verification: Verification of employment within last 5 years through third-party
• UHS Competency Exam: Must score at least 80%, completed within 1 year prior to start
• UHS Core Competencies: Includes HIPAA, Joint Commission-NPSG, OSHA topics; 80% passing score required
• UHS Criminal Background Check: Completed within 6 months prior to start, including SSN trace and national criminal sweep
• UHS OIG Search: Completed within 6 months prior to start
• UHS SAM/EPLS/GSA/OFAC Checks: Completed within 6 months prior to start
• UHS Drug Screen: 10-panel drug screen completed within 60 days prior to start (instant drug screens not accepted)
• UHS Module Completion Certificate: Safety and compliance training modules must be completed prior to clearance
• UHS Badge Photo: Professional headshot required (JPEG format)

Required Personal Health History & Vaccinations

• COVID-19 Vaccine: Proof of vaccine series or approved medical/religious exemption preferred but not required
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): Positive titers within last 15 years required; booster protocol applies if low titer
• Varicella: Positive titers within last 15 years required; booster protocol applies if low titer
• Tdap: Proof of vaccination within past 10 years required; declinations not accepted
• Influenza Vaccine: Required during flu season (Oct-Mar); medical or religious exemptions require signed forms
• Hepatitis B: Proof of full series, partial series with declination, or positive titers accepted
• 2 Step PPD OR IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot): Negative test within last 6 months required; if positive, clear chest x-ray and TB questionnaire required
• Annual Negative PPD: If 2-step PPD not done within past year (optional)
• Positive PPD: Negative chest x-ray within 5 years and current TB questionnaire (if applicable)
• Fit Test: Completed within 1 year prior to start; specific mask types required
• Physical/Health Statement: Pre-employment physical exam within 1 year stating ability to work without restrictions

Additional Requirements

• Resume including education and work history
• Two professional references from the last 2 years
• Completed job application (agency form)
• Non-expired photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• UHS Submission Packet (includes resume, references, application)

Important Notes

• Attestations are generally not allowed for licenses, education, employment, and background checks
• Background checks and verifications must be current and compliant with Ohio and UHS standards
• Compliance with all credentialing and health requirements is mandatory for onboarding and continued employment

This position is ideal for experienced Emergency Department RNs seeking a travel assignment in Ohio with a reputable hospital system.