Med Surg/Tele RN
Seneca, South Carolina
Oconee Memorial Hospital

Registered Nurse - MS/Tele

• Location: Seneca, South Carolina
• Employment type: Travel/Contract
• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Days, 0700-1930, 3x12s or 4x12s (48 hours per week)
• Weekends: Every other weekend, may vary based on need

Role Details

• Unit: Med-surg unit serving adults and geriatrics. Patients are generally elderly, with respiratory diseases, infections, dementia, and neurological issues.
• Charge RN: A charge RN is on every shift to facilitate flow and oversee operations.
• Floating: Floating is required and may include other facilities based on need and census. Travelers must have the MS/Tele skill set to float to MS/Tele floors.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• At least 1 year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience, with experience within the last year
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or RQI
• BLS issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or RQI
• NIHSS certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Experience with Epic

Experience

• 2 years of experience in the field requested
• The unit will review first-time travelers based on experience

Pre-Start Requirements

• Background checks: 7-year background check within 12 months of start; OFAC, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG clearances; education verification of highest level completed (diplomas are not accepted as placeholders); a driver's license or state ID upon signing
• Testing: Medication and arrhythmia pass/fail exams with a passing score of 84%, two attempts, and 48 hours to complete once loaded. Arrhythmia exam requirements conflict in the source: the job description says an EKG exam is required, but the facility testing notes state the arrhythmia exam is not required for Med Surg. Confirm before submitting.
• Online modules: About 12 hours, to be completed within 72 hours of assignment. The facility will not clear a nurse to start until they are complete.
• Health documents: Physical exam, TB screening (within 90 days of start), drug screen (5-panel within 12 months), flu vaccine or exemption, and Hepatitis B, rubeola, mumps, rubella, and varicella documentation
• Other: Fit test completed onsite during orientation, badge photo, signed floating policy, and a Gap-free 7-year work history on the application