PCU Registered Nurse
Columbia, SC
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,989/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care700 beds
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Referral bonus
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Mileage reimbursement
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- License and certification reimbursement
- Guaranteed Hours
Description
Start Date: June 15, 2026
Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts (36 hours weekly); 6 weekend shifts per every 6-week schedule
Highlights:
- 41-bed progressive care trauma and telemetry unit specializing in adult and geriatric surgical trauma patients
- Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, flexing to 1:5 as needed; telemetry monitoring available for up to 14 patients
- Care for hemodynamically stable patients recovering from traumatic injuries including motor vehicle crashes, penetrating injuries, falls, and assaults
- Epic EMR system; comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, rapid response teams, and pharmacy
- Orientation every Monday with paid pre-assignment modules (up to 16 billable hours)
- Travel assignment with possibility to extend; competitive compensation and benefits package
Requirements:
- Active RN license in good standing
- Minimum 1-2 years of recent progressive care or step-down nursing experience (2+ years required for first-time travelers)
- Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale, and Telemetry
- Minimum 1 year of Epic EMR experience required
- Proficiency in telemetry interpretation, dysrhythmia management, central line care, chest tube management, tracheostomy care, wound care, and trauma patient management
- Experience with BiPAP/CPAP, PCA pumps, blood product administration, and heparin protocols preferred
- Trauma Level I or II experience strongly preferred
- Medication competency testing required
- Flu vaccination required (no exemptions); COVID-19 vaccination not required
- Must reside 50+ miles from facility (certain bill rate adjustments may apply based on distance)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated trauma team providing life-saving care to patients recovering from serious injuries. You'll work in a supportive, well-resourced environment with robust interdisciplinary collaboration and the latest technology, making a meaningful difference in patients' recovery journeys. The unit offers diverse clinical challenges while maintaining manageable patient ratios and strong team support.
```Facility
Palmetto Health Richland

- Short Term Acute Care
- 700 beds
Employer
Revolution Healthcare Services
At Revolution Healthcare Services, we are dedicated to fostering a personal connection and building relationships with each candidate. We recognize that everyone's situation is unique. Guided by the principle of treating others as we would like to be treated, we aim to represent our partners with the highest level of respect and professionalism. Our mission is to empower healthcare professionals by connecting them with Travel, Permanent, local contract, and PRN opportunities across the United States that align with their career goals. We are here to support you at every step of your journey.
About Columbia, SC
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
- Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
- Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.
- Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
- 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.
- 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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