Outpatient Cardiology RN
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 experience highly preferred)
• 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 (higher end of 2-5 years range)
• 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 certification only
• Additional Preferred: Cardiology experience

Facility & Work Environment

• Type of Facility: Ambulatory Adult Cardiology Practice
• Charting System: Epic
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue
• Parking: Free designated parking area away from entrance
• Local Radius Rule: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes (at a reduced rate)
• Guaranteed Hours: Yes
• Hurricane Season: June through November; travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this time

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • SSN Trace, Statewide, National Criminal, Sex Offender Registry, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education Verification: Required (diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder)
• Licensure Verification: Primary source verification required; must be active and unencumbered
• NURSYS Verification: Required for all RNs
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Physical Exam: Initial and annual physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands
• Respirator Clearance: Annual medical clearance required for respirator use
• Radiation Badge: Required only if assigned to specific units (not typical for this role)
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form required
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30) or medical/religious exemption accepted (no declinations)
  • COVID-19 vaccines highly preferred; if declined, must complete vaccination declination form
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; boosters may be required for low titers
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
• TB Testing: Negative T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days of start; if positive, chest x-ray and annual questionnaire required
• Drug Screen: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
• Other Labs: CBC and Biochem Panel may be required for certain departments

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Competency Exams: Required as applicable
• Medication/Pharmacology Competency: Required
• Color Blind Testing: Required prior to start
• Other Certifications (if applicable):

  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - as required for pediatric units
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) - as required, not required for ER RNs
  • NIH Stroke Certification - required for ER

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
• First Day Instructions: Provided after clearance; all modules must be completed before orientation or traveler will be sent home
• COVID & Flu Documentation: Must be uploaded into facility system prior to start

Summary

This is a travel contract RN position in outpatient cardiology requiring 5 years of nursing experience and prior travel experience. The role offers a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends or on-call duties. Candidates must hold a valid SC or compact RN license and current BLS and ACLS certifications. Compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, and immunization requirements is mandatory. Orientation and facility-specific training must be completed before starting.