Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Florence, South Carolina
Carolinas Hospital System

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

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

Position Details

• Shift: Day shift, 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 AM – 7:30 PM)
• Patient Ratios: Typically 1:6; may flex to 1:7 during unplanned absences
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-Call: Yes, as needed for low census
• Floating: Required to float within scope to like units or sister facilities

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Surgical nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Additional Requirements & Information

• First-Time Travelers: Accepted
• Local Candidates: Not accepted (must be willing to travel)
• Schedule Flexibility: Block schedule accommodation may be requested but is not guaranteed
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Travel Radius: Within 60 miles of Florence, SC

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Background Checks:

  • Annual comprehensive background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
  • Includes SSN trace, state and national criminal checks, sex offender registry, and federal exclusions lists
  • International background checks required if applicable
• Drug Screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Immunizations & Titers:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters required if low titer
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccine series, or declination; boosters allowed if low/non-reactive titer
  • Varicella: Positive titer or 2 vaccines; boosters required if low titer
• Tuberculosis Testing:

  • 2-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold within 90 days of contract start (T-spot not accepted)
  • If positive, chest X-ray required
• Physical Exam: Initial and annual physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands
• Respirator Clearance: Annual medical clearance required for respirator use
• Seasonal Flu Vaccine: Required during flu season (Aug 1 – Mar 31); medical/religious exemptions accepted but no declinations
• COVID-19 Vaccination: Not required but highly preferred; vaccination records must be uploaded or declination form completed

Documentation & Onboarding

• Required Documents:

  • Valid Driver’s License or State ID
  • Social Security Card or SSN verification
  • Employment application/resume
  • Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
  • Recent performance evaluation (within 12 months)
  • Skills checklist updated annually
  • Radiation badge if assigned to specific departments (OR, Cath Lab, EP Lab, Radiology) – not required for MedSurg
• Facility-Specific:

  • Signed assignment acknowledgment, confidentiality agreements, code of conduct, HR policy manual, and system user agreements prior to start
  • Passport-style photo for badge
  • Completion of orientation modules and first day instructions before starting (approx. 4 hours)
  • Upload vaccination and flu documentation into facility system prior to start
• Competency Exams: Medication and other competency exams as applicable

Work Environment

• Unit Size: 34 staffed beds
• Charting System: Epic
• Parking: Free
• Scrub Color: Royal Blue

Important Notes

• Hurricane Season: June through November; travelers may be assigned to emergency response teams during this period. Confirm availability before accepting assignments during peak months (August and September).
• Licensure Processing:

  • SC RN license issuance typically takes 3-5 weeks (longer for international education)
  • Temporary “walk-through” license process available (24-48 business hours) if no prior background issues and candidate has not started permanent licensure process

This position is ideal for experienced MedSurg RNs seeking a travel contract with a reputable healthcare facility in South Carolina, offering a structured day shift schedule and a supportive staffing model.