Medical-Surgical RN (Neuro)
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical (Neuro)

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

Job Details

• Unit: 23-bed inpatient General Neurology/Medical Stroke/Epilepsy Monitoring Unit
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients with neurological conditions such as Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular diseases, seizures, and medically managed strokes
• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
• Weekend Requirement: 4-5 weekend shifts per 4-week period plus holiday rotation
• Patient Ratio: 1 nurse to 5 patients
• Floating: Required to float within scope to like units or sister facilities as needed
• Special Notes:

  • Unit supports Comprehensive Spine and Epilepsy Center programs
  • May care for overflow neurosurgical and spine surgery patients
  • During hurricane season (June–November), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 1 year of Medical-Surgical nursing experience within the last year
• Neurology experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Copy of Driver’s License and Social Security Card
• Completed and accurate I-9 form with work eligibility attestation
• Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in the past 7 years, including:

  • SSN Trace
  • Statewide and national criminal checks
  • Sex offender registry
  • FACIS 3 and international searches if applicable
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification (diploma or transcripts as placeholder if needed)
• South Carolina Medicaid Excluded Providers search (for sub vendors)
• NURSYS verification for RN licensure
• Proof of 2 clinical references (hospital evaluations accepted)
• Employment application/resume including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Verification of last 3 clinical employers (or all if fewer than 3)

Health & Safety Requirements

• Initial physical exam, updated annually, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for N95 mask (O&M Halyard FLUIDSHIELD or 3M Aura 1870+) within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or appropriate follow-up for positive tests
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
• Annual TB questionnaire completion

Competency & Training

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required
• Color blindness testing required prior to start
• Competency exam required
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules (approx. 2 hours) before starting orientation
• Upload clear, passport-style badge photo (frontal view, shoulders up, business casual attire) by Wednesday before start

Additional Notes

• IV Therapy certification not required for RN but may be required for select LPNs
• Radiation badge required only for specific roles (not applicable for this RN position)
• Travelers must upload COVID and flu vaccine documentation into the facility’s system
• During hurricane season, be prepared for possible emergency response assignments
• Floating between units is expected to meet facility needs

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized neuro-medical surgical unit with a supportive team and a focus on complex neurological patient care. Night shift and weekend availability are essential.