Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Columbia, SC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (PCU RN) - Travel/Contract

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
• Shift: 3x12 hour shifts, Nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
• Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend if needed
• On-call: No
• Floating: May be required to float within scope to like units or sister facilities
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• First Time Travelers: Not accepted
• License Required: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license
• Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS
• Preferred Certification: NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Special Requirements: Epic electronic health record experience required, experience with 1:4 patient ratio

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract position
• Local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis

Facility Information

• Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Beds: 304 staffed beds
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: Free parking available with a pass distributed at badge pickup; garages and lots available

Scheduling & Hours

• Block scheduling possible with manager approval
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Local radius: 60 miles

Important Seasonal Note

• During hurricane season (June - November, peak in August and September), all staff including travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams. New or extension assignments during this time should be considered carefully.

Required Documentation & Compliance

Licensure & Certifications

• Active SC RN license or Compact license (primary source verification required)
• BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA only; no certificates expiring within 30 days of start)
• NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred/required for ER and some units
• NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Other certifications as applicable (PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM) depending on unit
• Epic experience mandatory

Health & Immunizations

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, updated annually, confirming ability to work without restrictions
• Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
• Annual TB questionnaire
• Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titers or vaccination series required
• Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination required
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30) or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Respirator medical clearance (RespSafety questionnaire) required annually

Background & History

• Annual background check covering last 7 years, including SSN trace, criminal, sex offender, and FACIS 3
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Proof of 2 clinical references, including at least one from the unit of assignment
• Complete employment application/resume with no unaccounted gaps, including all PTO and contract assignments
• Work history verification for last 3 clinical employers
• Education verification required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if pending

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of First Day Instructions (FDI) and OurDay orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2-6 hours)
• Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into OurDay platform
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (frontal view, solid light background)
• Completion of MUSC-specific confidentiality, security, contractor forms, and ID badge request prior to start
• Physical assessment for sterile processors if applicable
• Radiation badge required for certain specialties (not required for PCU RN)

Summary

This is a 13-week travel RN contract position in the Progressive Care Unit at an acute care hospital in Columbia, SC. The role requires night shifts with a 1:4 patient ratio, Epic experience, and specific certifications including BLS and ACLS. Candidates must have at least 2 years of RN experience and hold a valid SC or Compact RN license. Compliance with extensive health, background, and facility-specific documentation is mandatory prior to start. Travelers should be aware of potential hurricane season emergency assignments.