Job info

Registered Nurse (IMC) - Travel/Contract

Location: Bel Air, Maryland
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Start Date: July 13, 2026
Shift: Days, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (07:00 - 19:30)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Schedule Requirements:

Every other weekend required
Holidays required as scheduled
Floating within specialty and to lower acuity units as needed
On-call status may be assigned rarely in low census situations (no pre-scheduled on-call shifts)

Unit & Patient Population

Unit Type: Intermediate Care (IMC)
Average Daily Census: 22 patients
Bed Count: 22
Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4
Patient Age Range: Adult and Geriatrics
Common Diagnoses: Cardiac, Respiratory, Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
Special Procedures/Equipment: Precedex and insulin drips, high-flow oxygen, BiPAP, chest tubes, TCAR/Post-cardiac cath lab care

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Maryland
Minimum 1 year of Intermediate Care experience within the last year
BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Competencies & Exams

Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam (must score ≥80%)
Age-Specific Competency Exam (must score ≥80%)
Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (must score ≥80%)
Unit-specific competency exams as applicable (e.g., Med Surg/Telemetry exam)

Health & Compliance Requirements

Physical exam within 1 year of start
Negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 30-45 days of start (instant tests not accepted)
Fit mask test within 1 year of start
Immunizations/vaccinations:
- Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis) as applicable
- Flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption (seasonal requirement)
- COVID vaccine not required for this location but documentation collected for tracking
- Proof of immunity or vaccination for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (or declination where allowed)
TB screening: Negative QGOLD/TSPOT or 2-step PPD within 1 year; chest x-ray and questionnaire if prior positive

Background & Documentation

7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
Education verification for highest level completed
Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start
Two professional references within 1 year, including one direct supervisor/manager
Employment history verification for previous 5 years
Government-issued photo ID required
Facility-specific documents including confidentiality agreements, dress code review, appearance standards, and unit job description must be signed prior to start
Security ID application and photo for badge required

Additional Notes

Floating may be required within specialty and to lower acuity units
On-call shifts are rare and pre-scheduled on-call shifts are not required
Candidates must complete facility-specific orientation and training requirements, including Epic Portfolio training test-out if eligible
All required documentation and attestations must be completed timely to avoid delays in credentialing and start date

This position offers a structured day shift schedule in an Intermediate Care setting with a focus on cardiac and respiratory patient care, suitable for RNs with at least 3 years of experience or strong candidates with 2 years under manager review. First-time travel nurses are welcome.