Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Lancaster, SC
Host Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry

Location

• Lancaster, South Carolina

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (MS/Tele RN)
• Shift: Nights, 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Patient Ratios: 1:6 to 1:7
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: Not required
• Floating: Required to float within scope to like units with similar patient populations

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Med Surg / Telemetry experience with a minimum of 2 years
• Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
• One completed travel nursing assignment
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Additional Requirements

• Completion of all assigned orientation modules prior to start (estimated 2 hours)
• Attendance at staff meetings is mandatory
• Must upload COVID vaccination records or complete a vaccination declination form
• Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31)
• Must provide proof of 2 clinical references
• Physical exam within one year attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or appropriate follow-up if positive
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Required to sign facility-specific documents including Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreements, and Orientation Acknowledgements prior to start
• Must provide a clear, passport-style photo for badge issuance

Work Environment

• Facility Type: Short-term acute care hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 97
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue
• Parking: Free

Scheduling and Policies

• Guaranteed hours with allowance for 1 shift call-off per 2 weeks
• Call-out policy: More than 2 call-outs without documented medical reason may lead to contract cancellation
• Local candidates considered (within 60 miles radius)
• Block schedule accommodation possible with prior approval (not guaranteed)

Important Notes

• During hurricane season (June through November), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams; new or extension assignments during this period should be considered carefully.
• Radiation badge not required for this position.
• Education verification and work history verification are not required for this facility.
• Nursys license verification required.
• IV certification not required for this RN position.
• Must complete all required health screenings and immunizations as per facility policy.

This summary includes all critical information relevant to healthcare recruiters and nurses considering this travel nursing assignment.