Operating Room Registered Nurse
Camden, SC
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Operating Room Registered Nurse

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Operating Room)
• Shift: Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (6:45 AM – 3:15 PM)
• Weekend Requirement: Typically every 4th weekend, with weekday coverage
• On-Call: Yes, weekday call from 3 PM to 7 AM on a rotating basis; not every weekday
• Floating: Required to float within scope to meet facility needs, including between like units or sister facilities
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks

Facility Type

• Acute Care Hospital
• 119 staffed beds
• Surgical scrubs provided
• Electronic charting system: Epic
• Free parking available in unrestricted spaces

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 4 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including OR experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association

Health and Safety Requirements

• Annual physical exam within 90 days of start, confirming ability to work without restrictions
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or appropriate follow-up if positive
• Annual TB questionnaire completion required
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination form)
• Tdap vaccination within 10 years or declination form required
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31)
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Annual respirator medical clearance (RespSafety questionnaire) required

Documentation and Compliance

• Copy of Driver’s License and Social Security Card required
• Education verification and diploma/transcripts preferred as placeholder if needed
• Background check within 90 days of start, including:

  • SSN trace
  • Statewide and national criminal checks
  • Sex offender registry
  • FACIS 3 and international searches if applicable
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• NURSYS license verification required for all RNs
• Primary source license verification confirming active, unencumbered status with no pending actions
• Photo for badge: passport-style, frontal view, solid light background, no hats or sunglasses

Orientation and Facility Specifics

• Completion of First Day Instructions (FDI) and OurDay modules prior to start (2-6 hours depending on location)
• Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into OurDay platform
• Completion of facility-specific confidentiality, security agreements, and contractor forms prior to start
• Job description must be reviewed and signed prior to start
• NetID form must be completed and returned within 24-48 hours of contract signing to avoid delays
• Fit testing for masks will be done onsite during orientation

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not accepted for first-time travelers; must have completed at least one prior travel contract
• Local candidates may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• During hurricane season (June–November), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams; new or extended assignments during this time are discouraged if this is a concern

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and healthcare workers considering this Operating Room RN travel contract position.