MS/Tele RN
Columbia, SC
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs
$1,757/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- Resume
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- 1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years
Description
MS/Tele
Job Overview
- Travel/contract RN position in Columbia, South Carolina
- 13-week assignment
- Day shift: 3x12 hours, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
- Weekly hours: 36
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in South Carolina
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
- 1 year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Orthopedics experience
- Experience with Epic
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- NIHSS
Scheduling
- Every other weekend; 6 weekend shifts
- Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
- First-time travelers accepted
- Local candidates accepted within radius rule
- All schedule requests must be submitted with the application and are subject to facility approval at booking
Clinical Notes
- Adult 26-bed orthopedic spine unit
- Typical patient mix includes med/surg, telemetry, cardiac, low-risk ACS, TIAs, diabetes, hypertension, COPD, dehydration, chest pain, DVT, and PE
- Common procedures include bedside lumbar puncture, post-cath care, post-surgical care, post-renal biopsy care, CT angiography, and heparin drips
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5-6
Floating
- May be required to float to other units or campuses as needed, within documented competencies
Compliance / Pre-Start Items
- Pending license not accepted
- Driver’s license or state ID required for computer access and must be carried on duty
- Background check required
- E-Verify or attestation required
- OFAC, SAM, and HHS/OIG searches required
- Education verification required
- Physical exam required within 1 year of start
- Badge photo required
- Online orientation modules required before start
- Pre-assignment testing required before start
- CMS site documents required for RNs
- Drug screen required within 1 year of start and updated annually
- TB screening required
- Flu vaccine documentation or approved exemption required
- Core training and competency requirements apply before start and annually
Employer
Travel Nurses, Inc.
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Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.
At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.
We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.
Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.
About Columbia, SC
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry 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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