Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Orangeburg, South Carolina
Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele RN)

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Telemetry
• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
• Patient Ratios: 1:6-7
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-call: No
• Floating: Yes, within scope to like units or sister facilities
• First-time travelers: Accepted

Experience & Licensing Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: 2 years
• Licenses: South Carolina RN license or Compact license must be active prior to start
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Certification preferred
• Special Competencies: Telemetry competency required
• Preferred Experience: Previous charge nurse experience and community hospital experience

Facility Information

• Type: Acute Care Hospital
• Trauma Level: Level III Trauma Center
• Total Staffed Beds: 286
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: No cost

Scheduling & Work Conditions

• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Block schedule accommodation possible but not guaranteed
• Local candidates considered on a case-by-case basis

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering last 7 years
  • SSN Trace, Statewide, National Criminal, Sex Offender Registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education Verification: Required (diploma/transcripts accepted as placeholder)
• Licensure Verification: Primary source verification required; NURSYS verification for RNs
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam updated annually
  • Fit mask test onsite during orientation (no PAPR available)
  • Immunizations and titers: Tdap (within 10 years or declination), Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days) or chest x-ray if prior positive
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
  • COVID vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Competency Exams: Medication/pharmacology 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 (approx. 4-6 hours) prior to start is mandatory
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge (frontal view, business attire)
• Facility-specific job description must be signed prior to start
• Emergency response team assignments possible during hurricane season (June-November)

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Floating between units is expected within the scope of practice
• Telemetry competency is mandatory
• Charge nurse experience and community hospital experience are preferred but not required

This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level III Trauma acute care hospital with a supportive environment and a structured schedule. Candidates must be prepared to meet all licensure, certification, and health compliance requirements prior to start.