Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

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

Job Description

• Work 3x12 hour rotating shifts (7 PM–7:30 AM / 7 AM–7:30 PM), including holiday rotation
• Weekend requirement every other weekend (EOW)
• Patient ratios: 1 nurse to 4-5 patients
• Floating within clinical scope to meet unit needs
• Unit: 13-bed inpatient adult acute medical-surgical unit, open 24/7
• Patient population includes medical and surgical patients from general or family medicine service lines, direct and new admissions from ED, post recovery, or other inpatient units
• First-time travel nurses accepted
• Open to block scheduling with manager approval, dependent on unit needs
• Local candidates accepted on a case-by-case basis

Required Experience

• 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience, including experience within the last year

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or American Red Cross) required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for adult critical care units, ER, ICU, Cath Lab (RNs), Labor & Delivery, and other specified units
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., PALS for pediatric units, TNCC for trauma units) — verify per assignment

Education

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Rotating shifts with holiday and weekend rotations
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs
• Hurricane season (June–November) may require emergency response team participation

Additional Requirements & Compliance

• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Complete employment application including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Annual background check covering last 7 years of residence and work
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or chest x-ray if positive history
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination/booster documentation
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccination series, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption (flu season August–March)
• Physical exam updated annually attesting ability to meet job demands
• Color blindness testing prior to start
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed prior to start
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge required before start

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not required for this position
• Local radius considered up to 60 miles
• Facility uses EPIC for charting
• Scrub color: solid royal blue or white top with royal blue bottoms
• Parking permit required with associated fees (details provided upon hire)

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position in a medical-surgical unit requiring 2-3 years of experience, appropriate RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS certifications. The role involves rotating 12-hour shifts with weekend and holiday rotations, patient ratios of 1:4-5, and floating as needed. Compliance with immunizations, background checks, drug screening, and facility-specific onboarding is mandatory. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.