Medical-Surgical Float Registered Nurse
Charleston, SC
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel/Contract

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Specialty: Registered Nurse (Medical Surgical Float Pool)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 PM - 7:30 AM), totaling 36 hours/week
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum 3-4 weekend shifts per schedule
• Holiday Rotation: Required
• Float Assignment: Will float to medical-surgical floors at main hospital and Ashley River tower
• Patient Ratios: May vary depending on unit assignment
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Block Scheduling: Possible with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
• License: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC accepted
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) may be required depending on unit
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching Facility
• Magnet Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 820
• Charting System: EPIC
• Scrub Color: Solid Royal Blue or White top with Royal Blue bottoms

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Includes SSN Trace, Statewide, National Criminal, Sex Offender Registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education Verification: Required (diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder)
• Licensure Verification: Primary source verification required; must be active and unencumbered
• NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs
• Physical Exam: Initial and annual physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit Mask Test: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Immunizations & Health Requirements:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titers or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
  • Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30), medical/religious exemptions accepted (no declinations)
  • COVID Vaccines: Not required but highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Competency Exams: Medication and general competency exams required
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Completion of orientation modules and OurDay platform training required before start
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge (frontal view, solid light background, business casual attire)
• Parking permit available with a $20 registration fee for garage use (additional fees may apply for other parking)
• Hurricane Season (June - November): Staff may be assigned to emergency response teams; consider this before accepting assignment

Additional Notes

• Facility may require additional certifications depending on unit (e.g., PALS, TNCC, CHEMO)
• Radiation badge required for certain specialties (not applicable for this RN float pool role)
• IV Therapy certification may be required for select LPNs (not applicable here)

This position is suitable for RNs with at least 2 years of experience in medical-surgical nursing, comfortable working night shifts and weekends, and willing to float between units. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.