Certification Details BLS - Basic Life Support certification required ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification required for this specialty Job Requirements State licensure as a registered nurse Certification requirements must be met for this specialty Licensure verification through relevant authorities Additional Details Pharmacology, Medical Surgical, Core Competencies, EKG exams required Onboarding requirements include Fit Test, Health Statement, and specific health history documentation Background checks are essential and must be updated annually or after a break in service Drug testing required prior to the start of the first assignment, updated annually thereafter