Medical-Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse
Columbia, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,894/weekOverview
- Start Date05/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care700 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: May 26, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele (Ortho) position at a Level I Trauma Center in Columbia, SC, requiring strong orthopedic experience and Epic EMR proficiency.
Details
- Position is based in an orthopedic Med/Surg unit with floating to MS/Tele units as needed
- Located within a large regional teaching medical center designated as a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center with 641 licensed beds
- Hospital offers advanced specialty programs including cardiac care, stroke, and vascular services
- Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
- Agency staff are required to float to other units or campuses as needed, limited to areas where competencies have been demonstrated and documented
- Epic EMR is used; 1 year of experience required
Requirements
- Active RN license in SC or a compact state currently in hand
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a Med/Surg or orthopedic setting within a large healthcare facility
- Strong orthopedic nursing experience required
- Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the contracted campus to be eligible for this night shift position
- Valid driver's license and Social Security Number required for consideration
Additional Information
- Charge nurse experience is preferred
- EKG exam must be completed during onboarding due to floating requirements to MS/Tele units
- This is a teaching medical center environment; candidates should be comfortable in an academic hospital setting
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the contracted Prisma Health campus to be eligible; candidates under 50 miles are not eligible for this position
- Two professional references are required for consideration
- First-time travelers will be considered with at least 1 year of qualifying experience
Facility
Palmetto Health Richland
- Short Term Acute Care
- 700 beds
Employer
American Traveler
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With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
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About Columbia, SC
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
- Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
- Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
- Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
- Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.
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