Orthopedic Med/Surg Telemetry Nurse
Columbia, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele (Ortho) position on a night shift schedule, requiring orthopedic experience and Epic EMR proficiency.

Details

• Adult 26-bed orthopedic spine unit specializing in spinal surgeries, including laminectomies, spinal fusions, and discectomies, with integrated pain management, physical therapy, and mobility support
• Patient diagnoses include Med/Surg, Tele, cardiac, low-risk ACS, TIAs, diabetes, hypertension, COPD, dehydration, chest pain, DVT, and PE
• Special procedures include bedside lumbar puncture, post-cath care (radial/femoral), post-surgical care, post renal biopsy, CT Angio, and Heparin drips
• Patient ratio of 1:5–6
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Every other weekend required (6 weekend shifts total)
• Agency staff are required to float to other units or campuses as needed; floating is limited to units where staff are qualified with documented competencies
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active SC or compact (multi-state) RN license currently in hand — pending licenses are not accepted
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg Tele or orthopedic unit experience required
• Orthopedic experience required
• Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
• Valid driver's license and Social Security Number required for consideration

Additional Information

• This is a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center — the only such designation in the Midlands region of South Carolina
• Two professional references required for consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the contracted campus to be eligible for this night shift Med/Surg Tele position; candidates under 50 miles are ineligible
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront and are subject to facility approval