LTAC Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Columbia, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 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: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (36 or 48 hours/week options available)
• Required Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - Must be AHA or ARC certified, RQI acceptable
• Experience Required:

  • Minimum 1 year nursing experience
  • LTAC experience preferred (not mandatory)
• Shift: Night

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license for South Carolina (Primary Source Verification required, no pending actions)
• BLS certification (AHA or ARC only)
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, EFM, and other certifications as applicable based on unit requirements (check unit specifics)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (HIPAA, OSHA/TJC training)
• Medication and Arrhythmia competency exams (Pass/Fail Testing) required for RNs in certain units
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) or CPI)

Compliance & Background Requirements

• Proof of I9 or Attestation
• Driver’s License or State ID required ASAP for computer access and on-duty identification
• E-Verify or Attestation
• Background Check:

  • 7-year background check within 12 months of start date
  • Must include SS trace, all aliases, state and county searches for all states/counties lived or worked in last 7 years
  • Federal and international searches as applicable
  • FACIS III search required
  • Sex Offender search required
• 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 no proof of residency for 12 months or if lived/worked in WV in last 7 years)
• Education Verification (highest level required, diplomas not accepted as placeholders)
• Drug Testing: 5-panel drug screen within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Physical Exam: Physician’s statement within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Immunizations and Health Documents:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (required in high-risk areas)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start
  • Annual TB Questionnaire
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B documentation or declination
  • Seasonal Flu Vaccination or approved exemption required (not required for 100% remote)

Orientation & Training

• Online Orientation Modules must be completed within 72 hours of assignment
• Pre-Assignment Testing (medication and EKG exams) must be completed within 72 hours of receiving login info
• Badge photo required prior to start (passport style, specific background and lighting requirements)
• Facility-specific policies such as Floating Policy and Contractor Acknowledgment must be signed

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• LTAC experience is preferred but not mandatory
• Candidates must carry valid ID while on duty
• Respirator Fit Test will be completed onsite during orientation (N95 masks commonly used)
• Candidates must have stable internet and computer access for online modules and testing
• Candidates will have 2 attempts to pass required tests; failure results in cancellation

Summary

This is a 13-week travel contract for a Registered Nurse to work night shifts in a Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) Medical-Surgical unit in Columbia, SC. The position requires at least 1 year of nursing experience, BLS certification, and compliance with extensive background, health, and certification requirements. Orientation and pre-assignment testing are mandatory and time-sensitive. LTAC experience is preferred but not required.