Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
Memphis, Tennessee
Methodist South Hospital

Registered Nurse (MS/Tele) - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Hours per Week: 36 hours
Schedule Notes:

• 4x12 shifts (48 hours) option available
• Weekend shifts required on a rotating basis, as needed
• No block scheduling except possible weekend block consideration
• On-call as needed

Required Experience & Eligibility

• Valid RN license in Tennessee
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience
• Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required and must be renewed annually (except for pediatric hospital assignments)

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license for Tennessee or multistate license
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA or ARC only)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification (AHA or ARC only)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required and must be renewed annually (except for pediatric hospital assignments)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) required only if assigned to Pediatrics, ER, PICU, or specific locations (not generally required for this role)
• Other certifications (e.g., TNCC, EFM, NRP) are preferred or required only for specific units, not for this MS/Tele role

Required Health & Immunization Documents

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet job demands
• Negative TB test (2-step PPD, Q-Gold, or T-spot) within 1 year; if positive, clear chest X-ray within 2 years plus annual TB questionnaire
• Proof of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (3-shot series, positive titer, or signed declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 - Apr 30); exemptions require mask-wearing in patient areas
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start date (no pending results accepted)
• Fit test for 3M N-95 masks within 1 year (must pass; facial hair not allowed)

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 60 days of start including:

  • Statewide, county, federal searches
  • Education verification (diploma/transcript not accepted as verification)
  • Sex offender search (run separately)
  • Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry search (required for TN facilities)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated annually
• Two recent professional references required
• Skills checklist and competency exams must be current (within 1 year) and updated annually
• Internal evaluation required if employed with agency for 1 year or more

Additional Facility-Specific Requirements

• Photo for badge must meet strict guidelines (passport-style, no hats, no glasses glare, no filters, recent within 6 months)
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs for RNs; no prints or embroidery allowed
• Confidentiality acknowledgment must be signed prior to start
• EPIC questionnaire required for RNs; EPIC experience may allow testing out of training
• Onsite fit test and questionnaire must be completed prior to start date
• Submission packet includes application, references, skills checklist, license, and certification info

Notes

• Large hospital experience preferred
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with application; changes after offer require manager approval
• Only one job submission per facility allowed

This position is ideal for experienced Registered Nurses seeking a travel contract in a telemetry/medical-surgical setting with a structured day shift schedule and strict compliance requirements.