Observation Unit RN
Anderson, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for an Observation Unit position within the ED, requiring 2 years of experience and a SC or compact RN license.

Details

• Observation Unit located within the Emergency Department (1 South, OBS Unit)
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:45-7:15)
• Every other weekend required
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active SC or compact RN license required; pending license accepted but must be obtained prior to start
• Current BLS certification required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required, preferably in an observation unit inside the ER
• Experience with cardiac telemetry, ER holding, and neurological/psychiatric patient populations
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, port access/management, blood product administration, and PICC line management
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience with heparin protocols and titration of cardiac and insulin drips
• Experience with isolation precautions/PPE, oxygen administration, and pre/post cardiac catheterization care including TR Band use
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care within a fast-paced observation unit setting inside the Emergency Department
• Monitor and manage patients with cardiac, neurological, and psychiatric conditions
• Respond to cardiac emergencies and participate in rapid response/code team activations
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate with no radius restriction
• Previous staff RNs at this facility are not eligible to return as travelers
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application