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Job Opportunity: Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN)

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

Position Details

Shift: 3x12-hour or 4x12-hour shifts, Days (7 AM - 7 PM)
Patient Ratio: 1:4
Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
On-call: No
Floating: May be required to float between like units or campuses within the region based on census and staffing needs

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in South Carolina
Minimum 1 year of Emergency Department (ED) experience within the last year
ACLS issued by American Heart Association
BLS issued by American Heart Association
PALS issued by American Heart Association
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Facility & Work Environment

Acute Care Hospital with 304 staffed beds
ER staff scrub colors: Royal Blue and White
Charting system: Epic
Parking: No fee for parking; parking pass provided at badge pickup
Hurricane Season Awareness: Assignments may include emergency response duties during hurricane season (June through November, peak in August and September)

Scheduling & Hours

Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
Block schedule accommodations may be requested but are not guaranteed

Required Documentation & Compliance

Proof of work eligibility (I-9 attestation and documentation)
Valid Driver’s License/State ID
Social Security Card or SSN verification
Background check within 1 year including:
- SSN Trace
- County and statewide criminal checks
- Sex offender registry
- National criminal background
- FACIS 3 (if applicable)
Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
NURSYS license verification (for RNs)
Drug screen: 10-panel within 90 days of start
Physical exam within 90 days of start, updated annually, confirming ability to meet job demands without restrictions
Respirator medical clearance annually (RespSafety questionnaire)
Immunizations and health screenings:
- Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination
- Hepatitis B titer, vaccine series, or declination
- Seasonal flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption (required during flu season)
COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
Radiation badge may be required depending on unit assignment (not typical for ER RN)
Clear, passport-style photo for badge

Additional Requirements

Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (approximately 2 hours)
Completion of facility-specific forms including confidentiality, contractor forms, and job description acknowledgment
Proof of at least two clinical references, including one from the unit of assignment
Employment history verification for last 3 clinical employers
Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable

Notes for Candidates

Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis
Floating between campuses may be required within the region
Must be prepared for potential emergency response duties during hurricane season
All certifications must be current and not expiring within 30 days of assignment start date

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with at least one year of experience in emergency nursing, who is comfortable working day shifts with a 1:4 patient ratio, and has experience with Epic EHR. Prior travel experience is not required.

Facility

Providence Health

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Short Term Acute Care
314 beds

ADDRESS2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204

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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.

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