MS/Tele RN
Columbia, SC
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical / Telemetry (Orthopedic)

Location

Columbia, SC | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | 3x12-Hour Shifts (7:00–19:30) | Every other weekend required (6 weekend shifts per contract)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 26-bed orthopedic spine unit specializing in spinal surgeries including laminectomies, spinal fusions, and discectomies, with integrated pain management, physical therapy, and mobility support
• Manage a patient population with diagnoses including Med/Surg, Telemetry, cardiac, low-risk ACS, TIAs, diabetes, hypertension, COPD, DVT, and PE
• Perform and assist with special procedures including bedside lumbar puncture, post-cath care (radial/femoral), post-surgical care, post renal biopsy, CT Angio, and Heparin drip management
• Maintain a patient ratio of 1:5–6 while delivering safe, high-quality orthopedic and telemetry nursing care
• Float to other qualified units or campuses as needed based on census, limited to areas matching documented competencies
• Complete required pre-assignment modules and annual compliance requirements within designated timeframes

Required Qualifications

• Active South Carolina RN license or active multistate compact license — pending licenses are not accepted
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience in an orthopedic or Med/Surg Telemetry setting
• Minimum 1 year of EPIC EMR experience required
• Must meet facility radius eligibility requirements to qualify for this travel assignment

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with orthopedic spine surgical patients and post-operative care protocols
• Familiarity with telemetry monitoring and cardiac patient management
• Experience with Heparin drip management and post-procedural cath care
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Why Join Us

• Work at a designated Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center — the only facility of its kind in the region — featuring advanced specialty programs in cardiac care, stroke, and vascular services
• Pre-assignment orientation modules are billable (up to 16 hours), providing additional compensation before your contract even begins