Medical-Surgical Float Registered Nurse
Anderson, SC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Float

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

Position Details

• Unit: 6 South, Medical Surgical
• Start Date: ASAP
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:6
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Float Requirement: Yes, must float to other Medical Surgical units as needed
• Block Schedule: Not accommodated
• Locals Accepted: Yes
• Pending License Accepted: Yes, must obtain prior to starting

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical and/or Telemetry nursing experience
• Recent Medical Surgical and/or Telemetry experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Preferred Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - as required
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - as required
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - preferred but not required for ER

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of I9 or Attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
• Background Check: 7-year criminal history within 1 year of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Transcript or diploma (required for Medical Lab Technicians and Cath Lab/EP Lab RNs)
• Color Blindness Test (Ishihara) required for all RN candidates
• Physical Exam within 1 year indicating good health
• Fit Mask Test: Annual fit test required (N95 or equivalent)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within required timeframe
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Drug Screening: 9-panel within 90 days of start
• Flu Vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 1)
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment Application/Resume

Additional Notes

• Must submit all Requested Time Off (RTO) with application
• No visible nose piercing allowed in badge photo
• Online orientation and facility-specific training required prior to start
• Candidates with over 1 year at the facility must complete additional core training and stroke education

This position is suitable for RNs with at least 2 years of Medical Surgical experience who are flexible with floating and weekend shifts. First-time travel nurses are accepted.