Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN
Elmira, New York
Arnot Ogden Medical Center

Job Summary: RN Medical/Surgical - Elmira, New York

Specialty: RN Medical/Surgical
Location: Elmira, New York
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Unit/Patient Population: Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, Stroke

Required Experience

• Minimum years of experience in specialty: Not explicitly stated (default to typical for Med/Surg RN roles, generally 1+ years; no conflicting data provided)
• Prior travel experience: Not required (no explicit mention of prior travel experience requirement)

Certifications & Licenses Required

• BLS (AHA American Heart Association)
• ACLS (AHA American Heart Association)
• 8 Hours of Stroke Training (includes NIHSS training)
• State Nursing License (verification required within 30 days prior to start)
• Driver’s License or State ID (valid and current)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• COVID-19 Vaccine: Optional (proof or declination accepted)
• MMR: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required
• Varicella: Positive IgG titer or 2 vaccine series required
• Hepatitis B: Positive antibody titer, 3 vaccine series, or specific declination form required
• Influenza Vaccine: Required or specific declination form (mask required if declined)
• TB Test: Must have recent TB testing (PPD or Quantiferon) within last 12 months; follow-up for past positives may be required
• Tdap: Preferred but not required (within last 10 years) or declination form
• Fit Test: Must be completed prior to start and within last 12 months (specific approved mask models)
• Physical/Health Statement: Must be within last 12 months, including vitals, height, weight, Snellen eye chart, and physician clearance with no restrictions

Professional Requirements

• Arnot Skills Checklist: Must be fully completed and updated annually for the assigned unit
• Core Competency Exam: Must score 80% or higher on Core Competency I, II, and III for RNs
• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days of start, including national and county criminal searches, FACIS 3 check, SSN address trace, and alias searches
• Drug Screen: Must be completed within 30 days of start; marijuana testing is prohibited per New York state regulations
• Resume: Complete employment and education history for last 7 years required
• Professional References: Two references required (one supervisor within last 12 months, one supervisor or peer within last 3 years)
• Employment Verification: Verification of most recent employer required (agency verification accepted)
• Job Description: Signed and dated acknowledgment required
• Additional Documentation: Various forms and acknowledgments related to conduct, sexual harassment, parking, and assignment confirmation required prior to onboarding

Additional Notes

• Color headshot photo required (professional, no filters, JPEG format)
• Annual requirements include physical, fit test, TB test, and influenza vaccine or declination
• Stroke training includes NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) component
• Must comply with all onboarding documentation and competency requirements specific to the facility/unit

This position is suitable for RNs with medical/surgical experience who meet the above certification, licensure, and health requirements and are available for a 13-week assignment in Elmira, NY.