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Job Opportunity: ER Registered Nurse

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

Position Details

Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each, nights (7 PM - 7 AM) including weekends and holidays as needed
On-call: No
Floating: May be required to float between similar units or campuses within the local area (up to 60 miles) based on census and staffing needs
Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital
Beds: 75 staffed beds
Charting System: Epic

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in South Carolina
Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, with experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Certifications:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
- NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Background Check: Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years, including SSN trace, statewide and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, and employment/education verification
Education Verification: Required; diploma or transcripts may be used as placeholders if verification is pending
Licensure Verification: Primary source verification required; NURSYS verification for RN licenses
Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
Health Requirements:
- Physical exam within 90 days of start, updated annually, confirming ability to meet job demands without restrictions
- Immunizations and titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination), Tdap within 10 years or declination form
- Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or documented history with chest x-ray as applicable
- Annual TB questionnaire
- COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
- Flu vaccine required during flu season (August 1 - April 30) or medical/religious exemption; documentation must be uploaded by December 5 deadline
- Respirator medical clearance annually via virtual questionnaire
Photo for Badge: Passport-style color photo with solid light background, frontal view, cropped from shoulders up, no sunglasses or hats
References: Proof of 2 clinical references, including at least one from the unit of assignment
Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers; no gaps unaccounted for in application/resume
Competency Exams: Medication/pharmacology competency and general competency exams required as applicable

Additional Information

Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
Orientation: Completion of facility-specific orientation modules (approx. 2-6 hours depending on location) required prior to start; failure to complete may result in being sent home
Hurricane Season: Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June through November), with peak activity in August and September
Scheduling: Block schedule accommodations may be requested but are not guaranteed

This position is ideal for ER Registered Nurses with at least 2 years of ER experience who are licensed in South Carolina or hold a Compact RN license, comfortable working night shifts with weekend and holiday coverage, and have experience with Epic EHR.

Facility

Providence Health

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Short Term Acute Care
314 beds

ADDRESS2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204

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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.

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