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

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

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

Job Details

• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Patient Ratios: 1:4-5
• Floating: Clinician may float within scope to meet unit needs
• Unit Description: 13-bed inpatient adult acute medical-surgical unit, open 24/7, serving medical and surgical patients with a variety of diagnoses
• Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
• Charting System: EPIC

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum of 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience with Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Holiday rotation required
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis
• Travel experience: Not explicitly required

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9)
• Valid Driver’s License/State ID
• Social Security Card
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year employment and residence history
  • National and state criminal checks
  • Sex offender registry
  • Federal exclusions lists (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG)
• Education verification (diploma/transcripts)
• NURSYS verification for RN license
• Annual physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days prior to start
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam
• Color blindness test prior to start
• Clinical references (2 required)
• Complete employment application including all PTO, contract assignments, and agency names with no unaccounted gaps

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Completion of orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge
• Possible assignment to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November)
• Parking permit required with associated fees

Notes

• Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval
• Candidates with background issues may not be eligible for temporary licensure walk-through process
• Radiation badge may be required for certain specialties but not for this position
• Facility reserves the right to approve candidates with licensure or background hits

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a supportive team and a focus on quality patient care.