Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Orangeburg, SC
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

About the Position

We are seeking a skilled Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) for our new unit, dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. This position requires a commitment to night shifts on a 3x12 schedule, specifically from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:6, ensuring that our nurses can deliver focused, high-quality care.

Unit Details

• Newly established unit, built from the ground up
• Equipped with bedside monitors for telemetry, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry
• Charge responsibilities are shared between stepdown and the unit
• Currently has 18 patient beds
• No off-shift management scheduled, but leadership is available during off-shift hours and can be contacted by phone
• 24/7 house supervisor coverage
• Every other weekend is required and non-negotiable

Position Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a medical-surgical/telemetry setting
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Active South Carolina license or compact license required prior to starting
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Experience in telemetry, including the interpretation of dysrhythmias
• Preferred experience in a community hospital setting

Miscellaneous Information

• Open to accommodating block schedules upon request, but approval is not guaranteed
• Local nurses within a 60-mile radius are accepted
• All requests for time off must be noted at the time of submission and will be approved based on facility needs
• Guarantee of hours includes the possibility of being called off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Additional Considerations

During hurricane season, all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams. It is recommended that travelers do not confirm a new or extended assignment during this period, from June through November, with peak activity in August and September.