Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Seneca, South Carolina
Oconee Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MICU) - South Carolina

Location

• City: Seneca, South Carolina

Employment Type

• Travel/Contract

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Specialty

• Registered Nurse (MICU)

Unit Description

• ICU Medical Unit: 12-bed critical care unit
• Patient Population: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Common Conditions: Respiratory failure, acute/suspected MI, CHF, arrhythmias, pulmonary embolism, COPD, GI bleeding, sepsis, hypotension, overdose, hypertensive crisis, stroke, transient ischemic attacks, seizures
• Procedures & Monitoring: Intubation/mechanical ventilation, arterial lines, Swan-Ganz pulmonary artery lines (hemodynamic monitoring), new tracheostomies, thrombolytic administration, IV antiarrhythmic and vasopressor therapy, bedside/apnea monitoring, temporary pacers (external and transvenous), TEE, cardioversion, negative pressure isolation (AFB), dialysis
• Neurological Care: Frequent neuro checks (every 1-2 hours) for stroke and neurologically injured patients
• Majority of stroke patients admitted to this unit

Shift

• Days: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in specialty required
• Unit will consider first-time travelers based on experience

Certifications & Licenses

• ACLS (AHA or ARC, RQI acceptable)
• BLS (AHA or ARC, RQI acceptable)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• South Carolina RN License (Primary source verification required)
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (see below)

Skills & Systems

• 1 year of EPIC experience required
• Medication system: Omnicell
• Must be competent in ICU critical care skills and procedures listed above

Floating Policy

• Floating to other Prisma Health units/campuses required as per census needs
• Floating only to units where qualified and competencies demonstrated/documented

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required; first-time travelers will be reviewed

Required Documentation & Compliance

Background Checks

• 7-year background check within 12 months of start
• EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and every 30 days thereafter
• Fingerprinting required if applicable (e.g., if lived/worked in WV in last 7 years)
• Education verification (highest level required)
• OFAC Sanctions List Search for new/pre candidates

Health Documents

• Physical exam within 1 year attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Negative TB test (True 2-step PPD, Quantiferon Gold, or Tspot) within 90 days of start
• Immunizations or titers for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine if working in high-risk areas
• Drug screening within 1 year, updated annually (5 panel minimum)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required (not for remote workers)

Competencies & Testing

• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (annual)
• Core Parts I, II, III training (annual)
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for RNs (except prebook or non-clinical)
• Color Blind Testing if assigned to ED or Pediatric ER
• Other unit-specific competencies as applicable

Orientation & Training

• Online Cornerstone Modules (~12 hours) must be completed within 72 hours of assignment
• 16 hours non-billable orientation onsite
• Badge photo required prior to start (passport style, specific background and quality requirements)

Additional Certifications (as applicable)

• PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, EFM, STABLE, CPI, MAB, NIH Stroke Certification, Lactation Certificate (for Women’s RN roles)
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (HIPAA, OSHA/TJC training)

This position offers a challenging critical care environment with a diverse patient population requiring advanced nursing skills and certifications. Candidates should be prepared for floating responsibilities and must meet all compliance and documentation requirements prior to start.