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Registered Nurse – Med-Surg Rehab

Location: Doylestown, Pennsylvania Contract Length: 13 weeks Schedule: Night shift, 3 x 12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30), 12-hour rotating shifts, 36 hours per week Weekend Requirement: Every third weekend is required

Unit and Patient Information

Unit: Med-Surg Rehab, acute rehabilitation
Patient ratio: Approximately 1:4–6
Average daily census: Approximately 12 patients
Patient population: Adults and geriatrics
Common diagnoses: CVA, spinal cord injury, ambulatory dysfunction, Guillain-Barré syndrome, amputations, and brain injuries
Floating: No floating requirement
On call: Not required

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Pennsylvania
1 year of Med Surg experience, with experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Experience working with stroke patients
Experience with feeding tubes
Experience with swallowing precautions and thickened liquids management
Experience with PICC lines
IV insertion skills

Pre-Start Requirements

Background checks: 7-year criminal check within 90 days of start, updated annually; PA PATCH; EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks upon hire
Pennsylvania child abuse search: Required within 12 months of start
Pennsylvania fingerprinting: Results on file before start
Drug screen: 10-panel, or 9-panel without THC/marijuana, within 60 days prior to start
TB: Gold or T-Spot within 90 days of start (PPDs not accepted)
Physical exam: Physician statement within 2 months of start
Immunizations: Tdap, Hepatitis B, measles/mumps/rubella, and varicella documentation (titers, vaccines, or declinations as applicable)
Influenza (2026–27 season): Vaccine or exemption on file; declinations are not accepted
Fit testing: Required within 12 months of start
Orientation Safety Manual acknowledgement: Required, updated annually
Competency exams: Medication/pharmacology and general competency exams, as applicable to profession and specialty
Skills checklist: Required, updated annually
References: 2 professional references within 2 years of start
Work history verification: Required for New Jersey candidates only

Orientation and Other Details

Facility modules: Approximately 6 hours, assigned before start and completed before orientation
Pass/fail basic dysrhythmia exam: Not required for this rehab unit
Time off: All time off must be submitted with the contract and written into the offer
Locals: Accepted
First-time travelers: Accepted
Scrub color: Navy blue
Charting system: Epic is the documentation system

Facility

MossRehab at Doylestown Hospital

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About Doylestown, PA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Doylestown, PA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Doylestown's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 80-85°F, while winter lows range from 20-25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals can be found, but availability may vary.
It's recommended to start the search early.

Transportation

Doylestown is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

The population is diverse, with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Doylestown offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
Outdoor activities include parks and hiking trails, and there are opportunities to participate in local sports leagues.

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