Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Manning, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN Medical/Surgical

Location: Manning, South Carolina
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Maintain a professional image and excellent customer relations with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Assess patient needs through history, observation, physical examination, and data analysis.
• Provide nursing interventions consistent with the Plan of Care and physician’s medical plans.
• Conduct hourly rounds using the 4 P’s (Pain, Position, Personal needs, Placement of items).
• Foster a caring, compassionate, and respectful environment for patients, families, and visitors.
• Use appropriate health and safety equipment to protect patients and staff.
• Care for central lines, chest tubes, Foley and suprapubic catheters, pressure ulcers, restraints, and patients at high risk for falls using standard procedures.
• Precept and mentor novice employees to contribute to department performance.
• Participate in hospital-system initiatives promoting Evidence Based Practices.
• Pursue continued professional growth through goal setting and educational opportunities.
• Understand and manage proper storage and safety of medications, including large volume IVs and pre-packaged kits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Credentials and Compliance

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS (AHA only) – Required before onboarding
• Nursys License Verification – Nursing license verification within 30 days of start
• Primary Source License/Certificate Verification – State-specific registry verification required
• Valid Driver’s License or State ID – Copy required before onboarding
• Social Security Card – Copy required before onboarding

Health Requirements

• MMR – Proof of 2 immunizations or titer with lab report; no declinations accepted
• Hepatitis B – Proof of 3 vaccinations or titer with lab report; no declinations accepted
• Varicella – Proof of 2 immunizations or titer with lab report; no declinations accepted
• 2 Step PPD or IGRA (Quantiferon/Tspot) – 1st test within 1 year, 2nd within 30 days of start; negative Q-Gold or Tspot within 90 days also accepted
• Drug Screen – 10 panel drug screening completed within 30 days of start (rapid screen not accepted)

Optional/Seasonal Requirements

• Fit Test – Recommended for travelers, valid within 1 year
• Influenza Vaccine – Required September through April; medical/religious exemptions considered with documentation
• Annual Negative PPD, TB Questionnaire, Positive PPD with Negative Chest X-Ray – Optional based on individual health status

Professional Requirements

• Criminal Background Check – Must include county, statewide, national search, OIG, EPLS, OFAC, NSOP, SS Trace, and education verification; completed within 60 days of start covering last 7 years; updated annually
• Employment Verification – Past 5 years required
• Skills Checklist – Clinical skills checklist completed prior to start and updated annually
• Resume/Profile Submission – Required for submission; references preferred but not mandatory
• Confirmation of Assignment Form – Required before onboarding

This position is ideal for experienced Medical/Surgical RNs seeking a structured long-term assignment with comprehensive support and professional development opportunities.