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Job Opportunity: Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN)

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

Position Details

Shift: Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Weekend Requirement: No weekends required
On-Call: Not required
Floating: No floating outside of like units
Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
Radius Rule: Must live within 60 miles
Locals: Accepted on a case-by-case basis

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in South Carolina
Minimum 2 years of wound care experience, including experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Facility Highlights

Teaching hospital with Magnet designation
Level 1 Trauma Center
Total staffed beds: 865
Electronic Health Record system: Epic
Scrubs provided by facility
Parking costs apply only nights and weekends (one-time $20 parking pass)

Required Documentation & Compliance

Copy of Driver’s License and Social Security Card
Employment application/resume including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
Proof of 2 clinical references (hospital evaluations accepted)
Background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, including multiple national and state registries
Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
Nursys verification for RN license
Work history verification for last 3 clinical employers (or as many as applicable)
Color blindness test prior to start
Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Competency exam required (Peds OR comp exam preferred if applicable)

Health & Safety Requirements

Physical exam updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
Fit test for N95 mask (O&M Halyard FLUIDSHIELD or 3M Aura 1870+) within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
Immunizations and titers:
- Tdap within 10 years or declination form
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low/negative titer
- Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters if low/negative titer
- Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination form
Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest x-ray if prior positive
Annual TB questionnaire
10-panel drug screen within 90 days prior to start (no instant tests)
Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (August 1 – March 31)
COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated

Orientation & Facility Specifics

Completion of orientation modules (approx. 2 hours) prior to start; must be done on a computer, not a phone
First Day Instructions (FDI) and OurDay platform access provided after clearance
Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into OurDay platform
Passport-style badge photo required by Wednesday prior to start (frontal view, solid light background, business casual attire, no hats or sunglasses)

Additional Notes

Floating only to like units within the facility
Radiation badge not required for this position
No on-call or weekend shifts required
Facility provides scrubs
Prior travel experience is not required for this role

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with wound care certification seeking a travel contract in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with Magnet status and Level 1 trauma designation.

Facility

Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

3.6rating(77 reviews)

7 nurses recommend working with Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

5.0rating

Pros

Seems to be traveler friendly and helpful, will teach you services if you ask, would go back

Cons

Roads are horrible and parking but over all a nice facility

Amy W

OR - Operating Room (RN)

Contract Position Apr '26

Review of Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital on Jul 3, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
769 beds

ADDRESS171 Ashley AvenueCharleston, SC 29425

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About Charleston, SC

As a Travel Wound Care Nurse in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.

Transportation

Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.

Demographics

Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.

Things to Do

Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.

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