Travel Medical-Surgical RN
Lebanon, Pennsylvania
The Good Samaritan Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Facility: WellSpan Good Samaritan Hospital

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Weekends: Every other weekend (EOW) and as needed
• Call Requirements: None
• Holidays: Expected to work 2 of 3 major holidays; no time off allowed between Christmas and New Year's
• Floating: Will float to all Medical-Surgical floors and potentially rehab
• Patient Population: May care for COVID-19 patients
• Facility Environment: Tobacco and fragrance-free

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years as a Registered Nurse
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Electronic Medical Record: EPIC experience required
• Return to Office (RTO): Maximum 7 days

Screening & Interview Process

• Clinical screening to determine fit and compliance with facility guidelines
• Manager interview required

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background Checks

• 7-year criminal background check (must be updated annually)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 30 days of start
• HHS/OIG check within 30 days of start
• PA FBI Fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; must be on file within first 45 days of assignment
• Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Search (must be completed within 5 years; results must be on file within first 45 days)

Certifications & Verifications

• State nursing license primary source verification
• NURSYS verification for RN license
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts
• Acknowledgement of Pass/Fail Testing (required for all RNs except OR and Home Health)
• Medication, Dysrhythmia/EKG, and other competency exams as applicable

Health & Immunization Documents

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test (QGold or TSpot) within 90 days; PPD not accepted
• Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if titers negative or equivocal
• Hepatitis B: Positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) plus declination form if applicable
• Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer required; boosters required if titers negative or equivocal
• Seasonal Flu vaccine required during flu season (medical/religious exemptions accepted with documentation)
• COVID-19 vaccine or approved exemption/declination
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel within 1 year (Aya requirement only)
• Respiratory Safety clearance within 1 year, renewed annually

Facility-Specific Documents

• Passport-style photo for badge (professional appearance, solid light background)
• Medical Statement Non-Employee Ability to Work form (preferred within 90 days of start)
• Review and sign:

  • Commitment to Health & Wellness
  • Code of Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Non-Employee Affidavit
• Completion of WellSpan Learning Management System (LMS) modules prior to start
• New Hire Orientation required by end of first day

Additional Notes

• Candidate must be prepared to float to various units as needed
• Facility enforces tobacco and fragrance-free policy
• Candidate may be assigned to care for COVID-19 patients
• Two professional references required within 3 years
• Most recent resume/application required
• Annual skills checklist required

This position offers a structured night shift schedule with a focus on medical-surgical and rehab patient care in a tobacco and fragrance-free environment. Compliance with extensive background checks, certifications, and health documentation is mandatory.