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

Specialty: Registered Nurse (Ambulatory OR)
Shift: 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week (6:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
Scheduled day off based on department needs; occasional late shifts a few times per month
No on-call required
Possibility of floating within Perioperative facility
Block scheduling available at manager’s discretion
Guaranteed hours with potential to be called off up to 10 hours per 2-week period (equivalent to 1 shift)

Unit includes Preop/PACU with 10 RNs and 1 PCT, 20 bays for pre/post patients, 2 ORs, 2 GI procedural rooms, and 1 VIR procedural room
Responsibilities include prepping patients for surgery (history review, medication reconciliation, vitals, EKGs, IV starts, FSBS, medication administration) and post-anesthesia care (monitoring vitals, discharge instructions, patient discharge)
Patient cases include Orthopedics (total joints, arthroscopy, hand, shoulder, elbow), Interventional Radiology (VIR), and GI scopes (upper and lower)
Unit does not handle general surgery, Labor & Delivery, or pediatrics

Valid RN license in South Carolina
Minimum 1 year of Operating Room (OR) experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Current ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
Experience in one or more of the following specialties: Ophthalmology, ENT Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics, Endocrinology

BLS (AHA only) required for all clinical candidates
ACLS required for PreOp, PACU, and other specified adult critical care units (confirm with manager)
Other certifications (PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, NIH Stroke, etc.) as applicable per unit requirements
State license primary source verification required; SC RN license processing time 3-5 weeks (walk-through/temp license option available for eligible candidates)
Nursys verification required for all RNs
Radiation badge ordering process must be initiated prior to start; candidates cannot begin floor work without badge
Fit test for N95 mask (O&M Halyard FLUIDSHIELD or 3M Aura 1870+) required within 90 days of start and renewed annually
Drug screening (10-panel urine) required within 90 days of start
Annual background check including multiple searches and verifications required
Proof of 2 clinical references required
Employment history verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands, updated annually
Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
Annual TB questionnaire completion required
Immunizations or positive titers required for:
- Measles (Rubeola)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Varicella
- Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years or declination form
Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31)
COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form

Completion of orientation modules and facility-specific training required prior to start
Modules typically take 2 hours and must be completed on a computer (not mobile device)
Clear, passport-style photo required for badge issuance
Upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into facility system prior to start
Radiation exposure attestation form required before start if radiation badge is needed

Candidates must include all requested time off (RTO) at submission; approval based on facility needs
Multiple RTO requests during the 8-13 week contract likely to be denied
Candidates may be sent home if orientation modules are incomplete upon arrival
Facility may cancel candidates refusing to comply with fit testing or radiation badge requirements

This position offers a fast-paced, specialty-focused ambulatory OR nursing role with a diverse surgical caseload and collaborative team environment.

About Charleston, SC

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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