MS/Tele RN
Columbia, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg Tele (Orthopedic Spine) position requiring at least 1 year of recent unit experience and an active SC or compact RN license.

Details

• 26-bed adult orthopedic spine unit specializing in post-surgical care for laminectomies, spinal fusions, and discectomies
• Integrated pain management, physical therapy, and mobility support for patients
• Patient population includes Med/Surg, Tele, cardiac, low-risk ACS, TIAs, diabetes, hypertension, COPD, dehydration, chest pain, DVT, and PE
• Performs special procedures including 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
• Day shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts (7:00 AM-7:30 PM)
• Every other weekend required (6 weekend shifts total)
• Floating to other units or campuses required as needed, limited to areas of demonstrated competency
• EPIC EMR used, requiring at least 1 year of experience

Requirements

• Active SC or compact RN license required; pending licenses not accepted
• 1+ years of recent orthopedic experience required
• 1+ years of EPIC EMR experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Dysrhythmia certification preferred
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive post-operative care for orthopedic spine surgery patients, including pain management and mobility support
• Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center located in a 641-bed regional teaching hospital
• Facility may call off up to 1 shift per 2 weeks
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted; radius rules apply for travel eligibility
• RTO, block, and special scheduling requests must be submitted for facility approval at time of booking
• Weekly Monday orientation and annual compliance modules required