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Location: Florence, South Carolina Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Unit Size: 34 staffed beds

Shift: 4x12-hour days, 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM (48 hours per week)
Ratios: Staffing plan supports 1:6. If an unplanned absence cannot be covered, the unit will flex to 1:7.
Weekends: Every other weekend
On-call: Yes, as needed for low census
Float: May float within scope to meet facility needs, between like units, and to sister facilities
Guaranteed hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
Block schedule: Can be requested before assignment but is not guaranteed
Return-to-office (RTO): All RTO must be included at submission. Approval depends on facility needs.
Hurricane season (June through November): Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams. If this is a concern, do not confirm a new or extended assignment during the season.

Valid RN license in South Carolina, in hand before start
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Med Surg / Telemetry experience of at least 1 year, with experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Experience with Epic (software familiarity, not a credential)

First-time travelers: Accepted
Locals: Not accepted. Local radius is 60 miles.
Background check: Annual, covering the past 7 years. Open or pending charges disqualify a candidate.
Exclusion checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG required within 30 days of start and updated with each renewal or extension. State exclusion list required.
Health requirements:
- Physical exam, updated annually
- TB test: 2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold within 90 days of start (T-spot not permitted)
- 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
- Hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella: titer or vaccine series required
- Tdap within 10 years, or a signed declination
- Annual TB questionnaire
- Respirator clearance (annual)
- Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption, due by December 4, 2026
Education and references: Diploma or transcript (highly preferred). Two clinical references, or a hospital evaluation.
Work history: Last 3 clinical employers verified through a third-party vendor
Orientation modules: About 4 hours, must be completed before orientation or the traveler is sent home. Complete on a computer, not a phone.

SC license issuance takes about 3 to 5 weeks, longer for internationally educated candidates.
A temporary walk-through license is an option, with a turnaround of 24 to 48 business hours. Candidates with any background hit (excluding minor traffic violations) are not eligible.

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ADDRESS805 Pamplico HighwayFlorence, SC 29505

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Florence, SC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 91°F, and average lows in winter are around 34°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Florence, SC and can be found relatively easily.

Transportation

Demographics

Things to Do

Florence offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine.
It has a budding art and music scene, and sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf and local college sports.
Outdoor activities include hiking and exploring nearby state parks.

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