Med Surg RN
Charleston, SC
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,781/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse (Med Surg) - Travel Assignment
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Employment Type: Travel
Unit & Work Environment
- Unit: 4th Floor / Neuro (Med Surg)
- Beds: Currently 18, expanding to 30
- Patient Ratios: 6-7 patients per nurse
- Team nursing approach with unit secretaries and techs available
- Charge Nurse support aimed to be available
- Equipment: Standard Med Surg equipment
- Documentation System: Meditech
- Scheduling: Must work 4 weekend shifts every 4-week period; scheduled per facility policy
- Floating: Required to float to like units as needed
- Patient Experience: Hourly safety rounds and bedside shift report with patients required
- Dress Code: Navy color uniform
Required Certifications & Licenses
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required; NIH Stroke Scale certification required (can be obtained onsite)
- Registered Nurse (RN) license valid for South Carolina
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an RN in Med Surg specialty
Additional Information
- The hospital is a 313-bed facility with a Level II Trauma Center and 24-hour emergency room
- Recognized for specialized services including burn care, breast care, robotic surgery, and stroke care
- Accredited Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
- Supportive management, strong teamwork culture, and good work-life balance reported by staff
- Charleston offers rich cultural and outdoor activities, including historic sites and coastal recreation
Shift & Hours
- 48 hours per week (specific shift details not provided)
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 2 years of Med Surg nursing experience, with at least some experience within the last year
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Charleston, SC
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.
- Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.
- Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
- Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.
- Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.
- Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
- It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.
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