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

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Float Nurse

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

Position Details

• Unit: Medical Surgical (6 South)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6
• Start Date: April 20
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Float Requirement: Yes; must float to other Medical Surgical units as needed
• Block schedule accommodation: No
• Local candidates accepted: Yes
• Pending license accepted if obtained prior to start

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 1 year of Medical Surgical nursing experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Certifications (as applicable)

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

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of I-9 or attestation
• Government-issued photo ID (must be carried during hours of service)
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and international background check if applicable
• Transcript or diploma (if applicable)
• State license primary source verification
• Color blindness test (Ishihara)
• Physical exam within 1 year indicating good health
• Fit mask test (annual)
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray (within required timeframes)
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
• Drug screening (9 panel, within 90 days of start)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 1)
• Photo for badge (no visible nose piercing allowed)
• Completion of facility-specific online orientation and acknowledgment
• Stroke education and acknowledgment (if working at facility for 1 year or longer)

Additional Requirements

• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Performance evaluation or 2 professional references if previously worked at the facility for over 1 year
• Complete employment application/resume

Notes

• Candidates must renew certifications 15 days prior to expiration.
• Failure to verify license renewal by deadline may result in suspension or termination.
• Mask fit testing can be completed onsite if necessary.
• Flu vaccination exemptions require medical documentation or religious exemption form.
• Candidates must comply with all facility policies and submit all required documentation prior to start.

This position is suitable for nurses with at least 1 year of recent medical-surgical experience who are comfortable floating between units and working every other weekend. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.