LTAC MedSurg Registered Nurse
Columbia, SC
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - LTAC MedSurg (Night Shift)

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

Job Details

• Unit: LTAC Med Surg - Night Shift
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each (48 hours/week)
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year nursing experience; LTAC experience preferred
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only, RQI acceptable, must not expire within 30 days of start
  • ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, and other certifications may be required depending on unit specifics (check unit description)
• Licensure:

  • Valid RN license with primary source verification required
  • License must have no pending actions and cannot expire within 30 days of start
  • NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • 7-year background check within 12 months of start
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
  • Fingerprinting required if applicable (e.g., if lived/worked in WV in last 7 years)
• Health Documents:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet job demands
  • Immunizations and titers required: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, TB test (True 2-step PPD, QF Gold, or Tspot), Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
  • Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually (5-panel minimum)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required
• Fit Mask: Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation (N95 masks commonly used)
• Photo for Badge: Passport-style photo with specific background and lighting requirements

Orientation & Testing

• Online Orientation Modules: Must be completed within 72 hours of assignment; required before start
• Pre-Assignment Testing: Medication and Arrhythmia tests required for RNs (except prebook candidates); must be completed within 72 hours of receiving login
• EKG Practice Test and Study Guide: Required for most RNs except certain specialties
• Competency Exams: Medication test/pharmacology competency, core parts I-III, and other unit-specific competencies required annually

Additional Notes

• Floating policy and contractor acknowledgment forms must be signed and are required annually
• Various certifications such as Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) or Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) may be required depending on unit
• Lactation certification required for Women’s RN candidates (L&D, Mother/Baby units)
• Pass/Fail testing (EKG/Medication) required for all RN candidates except prebook
• Candidates must carry valid driver's license for computer access setup and while on duty

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Registered Nurse position on the LTAC MedSurg night shift in Columbia, SC. The role requires at least 1 year of nursing experience, with LTAC experience preferred. Compliance with extensive background checks, health documentation, certifications, and orientation/testing requirements is mandatory. The position offers a consistent 48-hour workweek with 12-hour shifts.