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

Job Opportunity: Vascular OR Registered Nurse

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

Job Details

• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (6:30 AM - 7:00 PM), Monday-Friday (36 hours/week)
• On-call: Yes, 5-8 calls per month including weekends
• Holiday Requirements: Holiday call may be required
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty
• Specialty Experience: Must be able to scrub and circulate complex vascular cases
• First-timers: Not preferred
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• CVOR with 2 years of experience, including CVOR experience within the last year
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association
• BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Must be able to scrub and circulate complex vascular cases

Clinical Responsibilities

• Assist with complex vascular procedures including but not limited to:

  • Endovascular, TEVAR, FEVAR, AAA, EVAR
  • Thrombectomy, Amputation
  • Carotid procedures, AV Fistula

Facility Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center
• Teaching Facility
• Magnet Hospital
• 820 staffed beds
• Electronic charting system: EPIC

Additional Requirements and Information

• Local Radius Rule: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis
• Shift Cancellation: Facility may call off traveler 1 shift per 2 weeks (pay period)
• Hurricane Season: Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November), with peak activity in August and September. Confirm availability before accepting assignments during this period.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9 attestation and documentation)
• Copy of Driver’s License/State ID
• Social Security Card or SSN verification
• Background checks including criminal, sex offender registry, and employment history for the past 7 years
• Education verification (diploma or transcripts preferred)
• NURSYS license verification
• Drug screening (10-panel within 90 days)
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella titers or vaccination proof
  • Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• Physical exam updated annually attesting ability to meet job demands
• Color blindness test prior to start
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (frontal view, business casual attire)

Orientation and Onboarding

• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (approximately 2 hours)
• Upload vaccination records (COVID-19 vaccines highly preferred but not required; declination form accepted)
• Radiation badge process may take 5-7 days; candidates cannot start without it
• Employment application including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations

Notes for Candidates

• Candidates must be prepared for on-call duties and holiday coverage.
• Radiation badge is mandatory and must be obtained before starting clinical work.
• Facility uses EPIC for charting.
• Travelers should be aware of potential emergency assignments during hurricane season.
• Locals may be considered but at a reduced rate.
• Candidates with background issues may not be eligible for expedited licensure processes.

This position is ideal for experienced vascular OR RNs seeking a travel contract opportunity in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with complex vascular cases.