Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Florence, South Carolina
Carolinas Hospital System

Job Opportunity: Medical Surgical Registered Nurse (RN)

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

Position Details

• Shift: Nights, either 3 or 4 shifts of 12 hours (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Patient Ratios: Typically 1:6; may flex to 1:7 during unplanned absences
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• On-Call: Yes, as needed (low census)
• Floating: Required to float within scope to meet unit/facility needs

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, with experience within the last year
• Rapid Response experience and skills
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Insulin administration skills
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Schedule & Work Conditions

• Block scheduling may be requested but is not guaranteed
• No local candidates accepted within a 60-mile radius
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• During hurricane season (June-November), staff may be assigned to emergency response teams

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9) and valid driver’s license/state ID
• Background check including 7 years of history, national and state criminal checks, sex offender registry, and international searches
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts preferred
• Drug screening (10-panel urine test within 90 days of start)
• Physical exam updated annually, including immunizations and titers for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years or declination form)
  • TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold within 90 days) or chest x-ray if positive
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccination)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella (positive titer or vaccination)
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Flu vaccination required during flu season (Aug-April) or medical/religious exemption accepted
• Respirator clearance annually for patient-facing staff
• Clinical references and recent performance evaluation required
• Skills checklist and competency exams as applicable

Orientation & Facility Requirements

• Completion of orientation modules prior to start (approx. 4 hours)
• Submission of a clear, passport-style photo for badge
• Signed agreements including assignment acknowledgment, confidentiality, code of conduct, and user access
• Compliance with facility-specific policies and safety manuals

Additional Notes

• Radiation badge required only for specific departments (not applicable for this role)
• Prior travel experience is not required for this position
• Candidates with background issues may not be eligible for expedited licensure processes
• All certifications must be current and not expiring within 30 days of start date

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-staffed medical surgical unit with supportive staffing ratios and a structured night shift schedule. Candidates should be prepared for floating duties and weekend/on-call responsibilities.