MS/Tele Float RN
St. Louis, Missouri
Missouri Baptist Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - MS/Tele Float

Overview

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
• Facility: Missouri Baptist Medical Center, part of BJC HealthCare
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: RN – MS/Tele Float
• Start Date: 3-4 weeks out
• Patient Ratios:

  • Days/Weekends: 1:5-6
  • Nights: 1:6
• Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend or a minimum of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule, plus holiday rotation obligation.
• Certifications Required:

  • BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • IV Start
  • Telemetry
• Certifications Preferred: NIH Stroke Certification
• On-call Requirement: No
• Floating Requirement: Yes, will float to all medical units, including renal, oncology, and neuro.

Facility Highlights

• Type of Facility: Short Term Acute Care
• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Charting System: EPIC
• Parking: Free parking available

Additional Information

• Guaranteed Hours: Yes, 3 shifts per 13 weeks.
• RTO Restrictions: No more than 7 days of RTO per 13-week contract.
• Local Candidates: Not accepted; must be outside a 75-mile radius.
• Pending License: Accepted.
• Special Requirements: Training provided for lift devices, ceiling lifts, and bladder scanners.

Certifications and Competencies

• Required Certifications:

  • BCLS
  • ACLS
  • IV Start
  • Telemetry
• Competency Exams: Unit-specific competency exams required, must be updated annually.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Required within 1 year of start.
• Drug Testing: Required within 1 year of start, must include specific panels.
• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap vaccine or declination required.
  • Flu vaccination documentation required by specified deadlines.
• TB Testing: Two negative PPDs or acceptable alternatives required.

Background and Reference Checks

• Criminal Background Check: Required within 6 months of start.
• References: Two professional references required, preferably from supervisors within the last year.

This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to float across various medical units, making it ideal for adaptable and experienced registered nurses.