Job info

Location: Charleston, South Carolina Employment type: Travel/Contract Contract length: 13 weeks

Shift: Night, 19:30 to 08:00 (Friday through Sunday), 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
Holiday requirement: May be required
On-call: No call
Call-off: Facility can call off the traveler 1 shift per 2 weeks (pay period). These hours can be broken down to add up to 1 shift.

Facility type: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
Total staffed beds: 820
Charting system: EPIC
Hurricane season (June through November): Travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams and should not confirm a new or extended assignment during the season if this is a problem. August and September are the peak months.

Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
Valid RN license in South Carolina
PACU (Post Anesthesia Care) experience of 2 years, with experience within the last year
ICU (Intensive Care Unit) experience
One completed travel assignment
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association or RQI
BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Does not accept first-time travelers
Local candidates accepted case by case; local radius rule is 60 miles
All return-to-off (RTO) restrictions must be provided at time of submission; approvals are based on department needs

Background and screening: Background check, HHS/OIG and EPLS/GSA/SAM checks, 10-panel drug screen, and state exclusion list
Licensure and credentials: Primary source license verification, Nursys verification, and education verification (diploma or transcript)
Work history: Two clinical references, complete employment application with no unaccounted gaps, and work history verification for the last 3 clinical employers
Health and immunizations: Initial physical with annual update, TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start with annual TB questionnaire, Tdap, hepatitis B, and measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella titers or vaccines, plus flu vaccine or exemption during flu season
Respiratory fit test: Required within 90 days of start and annually; facility-specified N95 mask only
Other: Color blind testing (online) before start, competency exam, badge photo, and facility orientation modules (about 2 hours, completed on a computer before orientation)

Facility

3.8rating(84 reviews)

9 nurses recommend working with Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Anonymous

MRI Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

Contract Position

5.0rating

Review of Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital on Oct 30, 2026

DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.

ADDRESS171 Ashley AvenueCharleston, SC 29425

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.

Was this helpful?

Yes

No

We strive to have reliable information about every job. Tell us what we've got wrong so we can correct it.Report an issue