Outpatient Cardiology Registered Nurse
Orangeburg, South Carolina
Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg & Calhoun Counties

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Outpatient Clinic Cardiology RN)

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Cardiology)
• Shift:

  • Monday–Thursday: 4x8 hour shifts (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with 1-hour lunch)
  • Friday: 1x4 hour shift (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
  • Total: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: No
• On-call Requirement: No
• Floating: No floating between units or sister facilities required

Experience & Licensure Requirements

• Years of Experience Required: 5 years (highest stated requirement between 2-5 years)
• Prior Travel Experience: Required (first-time travelers NOT accepted)
• Licenses:

  • South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
• Certifications Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certification only
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, RQI acceptable
• Preferred: Cardiology experience highly preferred

Facility & Work Environment

• Type of Facility: Ambulatory Adult Cardiology Practice
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue
• Parking: No cost, designated area away from entrance for easy access
• Local Radius: 60-mile radius rule applies
• Locals Accepted: Yes (at reduced rate)
• Guaranteed Hours: Yes

Important Seasonal Note

• Hurricane Season: June through November (peak in August and September)
• During hurricane season, all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response teams. Travelers should avoid confirming new or extension assignments during this period if this is a concern.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Work Eligibility: Completed and accurate I-9 form required
• Identification: Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card required
• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Includes SSN Trace, Statewide, National Criminal, Sex Offender Registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, State Specific Search
• Education Verification: Required (diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder)
• NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Certifications & Competencies

• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required for pediatric units only
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - Required except for ER RNs
  • NIH Stroke Certification - Required for ER
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) - AHA/AAP only
  • EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) - AWHONN or NCC acceptable
• Competency Exams: Required as applicable (including medication/pharmacology competency)
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and annual physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands
• Vaccinations & Titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form required
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season or medical/religious exemption accepted (no declinations)
  • COVID vaccines highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; boosters may be needed for low titers
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
• TB Testing: Negative T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days of start; annual TB questionnaire required
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Respirator Clearance: Annual medical clearance required for all patient-facing travelers

Orientation & Facility Specifics

• Orientation Modules: Must be completed prior to start (estimated 4-6 hours for this location)
• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background required before start
• Facility Job Description: Must be signed prior to start
• First Day Instructions: Provided after clearance; adherence required
• Fit Mask Testing: Conducted onsite during orientation (shaving/trimming facial hair required if applicable)

Additional Notes

• Radiation badge may be required depending on unit (not typical for this outpatient cardiology role)
• Local candidates accepted but at a reduced rate
• All required documents and certifications must be current and valid at start (no certifications expiring within 30 days of start accepted)

This position is ideal for experienced Registered Nurses with cardiology background and prior travel contract experience, seeking a structured outpatient clinic schedule in South Carolina.