Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
Unit: 7A Family Medicine (18 Bed Medical Surgical Unit)

• Focus on adult patients with chronic illnesses; mix of medical and some surgical patients

Job Details

• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Patient Ratios: 1:4 to 1:5
• Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per month
• Holiday Rotation: Yes
• Floating: May be required to float within scope to like units
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
• License Required: South Carolina RN license or Multi-State/Compact RN license
• Certifications Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) mandatory; others depend on unit
• First-time Travelers: Accepted
• Local Candidates: Accepted on a case-by-case basis within 60 miles radius
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility Highlights

• Beds: 820 staffed beds
• Charting System: EPIC
• Scrub Color: Solid Royal Blue or White top with Royal Blue bottoms
• Parking: Permit required for garage parking; additional fees may apply for other locations
• Emergency Assignments: During hurricane season (June-November, peak in August-September), all staff may be assigned to emergency response teams

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Work Eligibility: Completed and accurate I-9 form and attestation confirming US work eligibility
• Identification: Copy of Driver’s License/State ID and Social Security Card (or SSN verification)
• Background Checks:

  • Annual background check covering last 7 years of residence/employment
  • Searches include SSN trace, statewide, sex offender registry, national criminal, FACIS 3, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG
• Education Verification: Required; diploma or transcripts accepted as placeholder if verification pending
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers (or all if fewer than 3)
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually
• Radiation Badge: Required for specific roles (e.g., CVOR, OR, Cath Lab, Radiation Oncology); not required for MRI or Mammography Techs

Certifications (Must be current, no expiration within 30 days of start)

• BLS: Required for all clinical staff (AHA or ARC accepted)
• ACLS: Required for Adult Critical Care, Labor & Delivery, Cath Lab, ER, ICU, Interventional Radiology (RNs), PACU, PCU (specific units), PreOp, Observation Unit
• PALS: Required for Pediatric units except Pediatric OR; preferred for Pediatric OR
• NRP: Required for applicable neonatal roles (AHA/AAP only)
• TNCC: Required as applicable; not required for ER RNs
• CHEMO: Required only for Oncology Hospital Unit (specific unit)
• EFM: Electronic Fetal Monitoring certification (AWHONN or NCC accepted)
• IV Therapy Certification: Required for select LPNs providing IV therapy
• NIH Stroke Certification: Required for ER and as applicable
• Tech Certifications: Required for Medical Assistants, Phlebotomists, Sterile Processing Techs, Ultrasound Techs, Pathology Assistants, MLTs (ASCP or registry eligible)

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required as applicable
• Color Blind Testing required prior to start
• Competency exams required; Pediatric OR prefers pediatric-specific exam but accepts regular if no pediatric experience

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical Exam: Initial and annual updates required, attesting ability to meet job demands
• Fit Mask Test: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually (specific mask models required)
• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Aug 1 - Apr 30); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
  • COVID vaccines highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series required; boosters if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination required
• TB Testing: Negative T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days; annual TB questionnaire required
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start; no instant tests accepted
• CBC and Biochem Panel: Required for Sterile Processing Techs due to chemical exposure risk

Facility Specific Requirements

• Orientation: Completion of First Day Instructions (FDI) and OurDay modules prior to start; estimated 2-6 hours depending on location
• Photo for Badge: Clear, passport-style photo with solid light background, frontal view, business casual attire; must be submitted by Wednesday before start
• Physical Assessment for Sterile Processors: Required, completed by licensed provider within 1 year of start
• Respiratory Safety Clearance: Fit testing required; PAPR not provided by facility; facial hair may require traveler to provide own PAPR

Notes

• Managers may approve block scheduling based on unit needs
• All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted with application and approved based on facility needs
• Travelers should consider hurricane season emergency assignments before accepting or extending contracts

This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to work in a high-acuity, teaching hospital environment with a diverse patient population. Compliance with all licensing, certification, and health requirements is mandatory for assignment.