Medical-Surgical RN (Family Medicine)
Charleston, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
Unit: 7A Family Medicine (18 Bed Medical Surgical Unit)
Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Patient Ratios: 1:4 to 1:5
Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per month
Holiday Rotation: Yes
Floating: May be required to float within scope to like units
Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
Licensure: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license
Certifications Required:

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, required for certain units
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for pediatric units
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification)

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility Highlights

• Total Staffed Beds: 820
• Charting System: EPIC
• Scrub Color: Solid Royal Blue or White top with Royal Blue bottoms
• Parking: Permit required with a registration fee; additional fees may apply for parking outside designated garage
• Hurricane Season: June through November; employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time

Scheduling & Staffing Notes

• Block schedules may be accommodated with manager approval and unit needs
• Local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis within a 60-mile radius
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions must be submitted and approved based on facility needs

Required Documentation & Compliance

Licensure & Verification

• SC RN license or Compact license required with primary source verification
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Licensure hits must be approved by facility

Background Checks

• Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Required searches include SSN Trace, Statewide, Sex Offender Registry, National Criminal, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education verification required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if needed

Certifications

• BLS and ACLS certifications must be current (not expiring within 30 days of start)
• PALS required for pediatric units
• Other certifications such as TNCC, NIH Stroke Certification, CHEMO (for Oncology units), EFM, and Tech Certs may be required depending on unit
• IV Therapy certification required for select LPNs

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form required
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest x-ray if previously positive
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; boosters may be needed for low titers
• Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
• Drug screen: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
• Seasonal Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30) or medical/religious exemption accepted (no declinations)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required but highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into facility system
• Passport-style photo for badge required before start
• Radiation badge required for certain specialties (e.g., CVOR, Cath Lab, Radiation Oncology)
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment application with complete work history including PTO, contract assignments, and agency names
• Competency exams and medication/pharmacology tests as applicable
• Color blindness test required prior to start

Important Notes

• Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November)
• Failure to complete required modules or documentation prior to orientation may result in being sent home
• Facility may require floating to other units within scope
• Local candidates accepted with possible pay adjustment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a diverse patient population primarily in family medicine and medical-surgical care. Compliance with all licensure, certification, health, and facility-specific requirements is mandatory for assignment.