RN Medical-Surgical/Telemetry (Orthopedic)
Columbia, South Carolina
Palmetto Health Richland

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - MS/Tele

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 36

Unit and Role Details

• Position primarily on a Medical-Surgical Orthopedic unit.
• Floating to Medical-Surgical and Telemetry units as needed.
• Strong orthopedic nursing experience required.
• Minimum 1 year recent experience in a large healthcare facility.
• Charge nurse experience preferred.
• Must complete an EKG exam during onboarding.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience with Epic EMR.
• Floating limited to units where staff are qualified and have documented competencies.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina
• Minimum of 1 year recent experience in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing
• Strong orthopedic nursing experience
• Experience with Epic EMR
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing for medication and EKG competency

Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS and BLS certifications current and not expiring within 30 days of start.
• Pass/Fail Testing for Medication and Arrhythmia (EKG) exams required prior to start.
• Core annual training (Parts I, II, III) including OSHA, patient safety, and ethical care.
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (e.g., TNCC, ENPC, NIH Stroke Certification, MAB or CPI).
• HIPAA and OSHA training acknowledgment required.
• Physical exam within 1 year confirming ability to meet job demands.
• Respirator fit test completed onsite during orientation.

Health and Immunization Requirements

• Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, QF Gold, or T-Spot) within 90 days of start.
• Annual TB questionnaire.
• Current Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine (within 10 years) if working/floating to high-risk areas.
• Documentation of immunity or vaccination for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella.
• Hepatitis B vaccination series, positive titer, or signed declination.
• Seasonal flu vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required by deadlines.
• Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually (5-panel minimum).

Onboarding and Compliance

• Online orientation modules must be completed within 72 hours of assignment; failure to complete will delay start.
• Pre-assignment testing (medication and EKG) must be completed within 72 hours of receiving login.
• Candidates have two attempts to pass required tests; failure results in cancellation.
• Badge photo required prior to start (passport-style, plain background, no obstructions).
• Background checks and sanction screenings (EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC) required and must be current.
• Fingerprinting required if applicable based on residency and assignment type.

Additional Information

• Floating is required as part of the role but limited to qualified units.
• The hospital is a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center with 641 licensed beds.
• Advanced specialty programs include cardiac care, stroke, vascular services, and an Acute Care for the Elderly (ACE) unit.
• Candidates must be prepared for a fast-paced, teaching hospital environment.

Summary

This travel Registered Nurse position requires strong orthopedic and medical-surgical/telemetry nursing experience, proficiency with Epic EMR, and current ACLS/BLS certifications. The role involves floating between units as needed and requires completion of pre-assignment testing and orientation modules. Compliance with extensive health, background, and certification requirements is mandatory for assignment.