Medical-Surgical Float RN
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
Beds: 820

Position Details

• Specialty: MS Float Pool RN
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7 PM - 7:30 AM), 36 hours/week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (EOW)
• Holiday Rotation: Required
• On Call: Not required
• Floating: Will float to medical-surgical floors at Main hospital and Ashley River tower
• Ratios: May vary depending on unit assigned
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Experience & Licensing

• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years
• First-time Travelers: Accepted
• License Required: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license
• Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Additional Certifications:

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for certain units (Adult Critical Care, Labor & Delivery, Cath Lab, ER, ICU, Interventional Radiology, PACU, PCU, PreOp, Observation Unit)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required for pediatric units except Pediatric OR
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) as applicable
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) as required (not required for ER RNs)
  • Electronic Fetal Monitoring (EFM) as applicable
  • Chemotherapy certification only for Oncology Hospital Unit (specific unit)
  • NIH Stroke Certification required for ER and other units as applicable
  • IV Therapy certification required for select LPNs (if applicable)

Work Environment & Requirements

• Uniform: Solid Royal Blue or White top with Royal Blue bottoms for all RNs
• Charting System: EPIC
• Parking: Parking permit required with a $20 registration fee for garage use; additional fees may apply for other parking locations
• Hurricane Season: June through November; employees may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• 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 if verification pending
• Licensure Verification: Primary source verification required; SC RN license processing times vary (3-5 weeks for permanent, 24-48 hours for temporary "walk-through" license)
• NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs and LPNs/LVNs
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start, no instant tests
• 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
• Vaccinations & Titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or proof of positive with chest x-ray
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) titers or vaccinations with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Varicella titer or vaccinations with boosters as needed
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30), medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
  • COVID-19 vaccines highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Competency Exams: Medication/pharmacology and competency exams required; pediatric OR candidates may have specific preferences
• 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
• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background, frontal view, business casual attire

Orientation & Training

• Orientation Modules: Must be completed prior to start; estimated 2-6 hours depending on location
• First Day Instructions: Sent after client clearance; includes OurDay login for module completion and vaccine documentation upload
• Badge Photo Deadline: Photo must be submitted by Wednesday end of day prior to start for badge printing

Additional Notes

• Facility may accommodate block scheduling with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
• Radiation badges required for certain specialties (CVOR, OR, Cath Lab, Radiation Oncology, etc.)
• Sterile Processing Techs have additional physical and lab requirements
• Travelers must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements to maintain clearance and assignment eligibility

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a diverse patient population and a supportive team. Candidates should be prepared for night shifts, weekend rotations, and holiday coverage.