PCU Registered Nurse – Neuro
Lancaster, SC
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: PCU Registered Nurse (Neuro/PCU)

Location: Lancaster, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse – Neuro/Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Shift: Night shift, either 3 or 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Patient Ratio: 1 nurse to 4-5 patients
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: Not required
• Floating: Must float within scope to like units or sister facilities as needed
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Call Out Policy: More than 2 call outs without documented medical reason may lead to contract cancellation
• Schedule Flexibility: Required to meet unit needs; block schedule accommodation possible but not guaranteed

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, with at least 1 year within the last year
• One completed travel assignment
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Includes SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Work History Verification: Not required for this facility
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment Application: Complete application/resume required
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually
• Physical Exam: Initial physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Immunizations & Health:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or appropriate follow-up if positive
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination form
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters if low titer
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31) or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
  • COVID vaccines highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• Radiation Badge: Not required for this position
• Orientation & Facility Specific Documents:

  • Completion of orientation modules (approx. 2 hours) prior to start
  • Submission of a clear, passport-style photo for badge
  • Signed agreements including assignment acknowledgment, confidentiality, code of conduct, HR policies, and safety codes
  • Upload vaccination records (COVID, flu) into facility system

Additional Information

• Local Candidates: Accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Parking: No cost
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue
• Hurricane Season: Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during June-November; avoid confirming new or extension assignments during this period if this is a concern

This position is ideal for experienced Neuro/PCU RNs with prior travel contract experience who are licensed in South Carolina and meet the certification and health requirements. Night shift availability and flexibility to float are essential.