LVN/LPN Long-Term Care Nurse
Union, South Carolina
Ellen Sagar Nursing Center

LVN / LPN Travel/Contract Position - Union, South Carolina

Job Details

• Specialty: LVN / LPN
• Location: Union, South Carolina
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: January
• Facility Type: Long-Term Care (LTC)
• Patient Ratio: 1:44 (high patient ratio)
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year LTC experience
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• Weekend Requirement: As needed
• Block Scheduling: Not accommodated
• Local Radius Rule: 75 miles (locals not accepted)
• Pending License: Accepted if obtained before start
• Guaranteed Hours: Based on signed contract hours

Key Requirements

• Must be comfortable working with a high patient ratio (1:44)
• Must have LTC experience
• BLS certification required (AHA or RQI acceptable)
• Physical ability to meet job demands (physical exam within 1 year)
• Must comply with attendance policy: missing more than two shifts in a 13-week contract without reasonable explanation may lead to contract cancellation

Certifications & Licenses

• Required:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • State License (Primary Source Verification)
  • NURSYS Verification (for RNs, if applicable)
  • Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement
• Preferred/As Applicable:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred for RNs
  • Other certifications (PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM, NIH Stroke Certification, STABLE) may be required depending on unit
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for RNs only
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam required annually
• Competency Exam required annually

Background Checks & Verifications

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• South Carolina Statewide Search required regardless of residence history
• Education verification required:

  • CNAs/LVNs: High School Diploma/GED verification
  • RNs and Allied/Non-Clinical: Highest level of education verified (associates or higher)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated for renewals/extensions

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical Exam within 1 year, updated annually
• Fit Mask test within 1 year (N-95 BYD, Duckbill, or 3M-1860 masks)
• Negative TB test or Chest X-Ray within 3 months of start (Qgold, Tspot preferred)
• Immunizations or proof of immunity/exemption required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (vaccine series, positive titer, or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug Testing within 60 days of start (10 panel + Oxy + Marijuana)
• Seasonal Flu Vaccination or declination required during flu season (11/01 - 3/31)
• COVID-19 vaccination (Dose 1 and 2) required or declination form

Additional Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID) required and must be carried during work hours
• Social Security Card required if used on I9 form
• Employment application required
• Skills checklist updated annually for applicable units
• Photo for badge (headshot on plain background)
• Facility-specific documents and compliance checklists as required

Notes

• All Return to Office (RTO) requests must be included in the initial submission; late requests will not be considered.
• Candidates must pass required exams and competencies as outlined.
• Attendance and compliance with facility policies are strictly enforced.

This position is ideal for LVNs/LPNs with LTC experience who are comfortable managing a high patient load in a long-term care setting and meet the outlined certification, background, and health requirements.