CVOR Registered Nurse
Florence, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (CVOR RN)

Location: Florence, South Carolina
Facility: MUSC Health (Medical University of South Carolina)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse (CVOR RN)
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 AM - 7 PM)
• On-Call: Yes, every 3rd-4th weekend and 1-2 weekday calls
• Floating: Yes, between service lines (not to sister facilities)
• Experience Required: Minimum 3 years CVOR experience (including CABG, Vascular, and Thoracic cases)
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted with experience
• License Required: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Radiation badge (must be provided by agency; MUSC does not provide)
• Block Schedule: May be accommodated with prior approval (not guaranteed)
• Local Radius Rule: 60 miles
• Local Travelers: Not accepted

Facility Highlights

• Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 276
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrubs: Provided
• Parking: Free
• Hurricane Season: June through November; staff may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Work Eligibility: I-9 attestation and completed form required
• Identification: Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card
• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • International background checks required
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations (dated within 12 months)
• Employment Application: Complete application or resume required
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually
• Education Verification: Not required for this facility
• Radiation Badge: Required for OR, Cath Lab, EP Lab, and Radiology travelers; must be obtained before starting patient care
• Work History Verification: Not required for this facility

Certifications & Training

• Mandatory Certifications:

  • BLS (AHA or ARC)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC
• Additional Certifications (as applicable):

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
  • NIH Stroke Certification
  • Chemo Certification (not required for Florence campus)
• HIPAA: HIPAA Safety Manual Acknowledgement required
• IV Certification: Required for select LPNs if applicable
• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exams: Required as applicable

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and annual updates required
• Vaccinations & Titers:

  • Tdap (within 10 years or declination form)
  • Negative TB test (2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold within 90 days; T-spot not accepted)
  • Rubeola (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 (Sept 30 - April 18, 2024-25 season) with documentation uploaded prior to deadline; medical/religious exemptions accepted with proper forms
  • COVID-19 Vaccine: Highly preferred but not required; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; no instant tests accepted
• Respirator Clearance: Annual medical clearance required for all patient-facing travelers

Facility Specific Requirements

• Orientation:

  • Completion of OurDay modules prior to start (approx. 4 hours for Florence)
  • First Day Instructions provided after clearance
• Photo for Badge: Passport-style photo required
• Acknowledgments & Agreements:

  • Assignment Acknowledgment
  • Code of Conduct
  • Employee Confidentiality Agreement
  • HIPAA Confidentiality Agreement
  • MINI Orientation Acknowledgement
  • Employee Info Form
  • COVID Religious Exemption Form (if applicable)

Additional Notes

• MUSC does not accept local travelers for this position.
• Radiation badges must be obtained by the agency before the traveler can start patient care.
• Travelers should be prepared for possible emergency response duties during hurricane season.
• All certifications and required documents must be uploaded and verified prior to orientation and start date.
• Facility allows calling off 1 shift per 2 weeks; called off hours can be combined to equal 1 shift.

This position is ideal for experienced CVOR RNs looking for a travel opportunity in a well-established acute care hospital with a supportive environment and comprehensive orientation process.