Travel Contract

Cardiac ICU RN
Columbia, SC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$1,944/week

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Overview

Start Date08/24/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,944/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Required

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

License

South Carolina Nursing License

Other

Skills Checklist
Updated Resume

Description

Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse

Job Overview

Travel/contract role in Columbia, South Carolina
Night shift: 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
13-week contract
36 hours per week
Patient ratio experience: 2:1

Unit Focus

Cardiac ICU experience is needed, typically CCU or CVICU
Cares for cardiac and medical intensive care patients, with some step-down overflow
Common patient needs include advanced cardiac devices, ventilators, CRRT, invasive lines, and hemodynamic monitoring

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in South Carolina
CCU - Coronary Care (1 year of experience)
CCU - Coronary Care experience within the last year
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
NIHSS
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Management of advanced cardiac devices including LVAD, Impella, IABP, and TVP
Hemodynamic monitoring
CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy) management
Invasive lines management
Post-cardiac surgery patient care (not directly from OR)
Pre- and post-cardiac catheterization/intervention care
Sheath removal
Interpretation of dysrhythmias
Management of dysrhythmias
CVICU experience

Additional Hiring Requirements

Driver’s license or state ID
E-Verify or attestation
7-year background check
Education verification
OFAC sanctions list search
EPLS/GSA/SAM search
HHS/OIG search
Orientation safety manual acknowledgement
State license verification
NURSYS verification
Physical exam within 1 year of start
Negative TB screening
Drug screening within 1 year of start
Badge photo
Online orientation modules
Pre-assignment testing
CMS site documents attestation
Core training modules I, II, and III
Floating policy acknowledgement
Contractor acknowledgement

Notes for Candidates

Strong cardiac ICU background is emphasized for this role
Advanced cardiac device experience is specifically relevant to the unit

Employer

PRIDE Health

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About

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.

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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel Coronary Care Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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