CVOR Registered Nurse
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Job Opportunity: CVOR Registered Nurse

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

Job Details

• Shift: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (10:30 AM - 11:00 PM)
• On-Call: Yes, 1 weekend 24-hour call per month (Saturday or Sunday)
• Holiday Coverage: Possible holiday shifts required
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years as a Registered Nurse
• Specialty Experience: Must be able to circulate in all services including CT, Vascular, Surgical Oncology, Plastics, Colorectal, Robotics, Bariatric
• Preferred Experience: Scrubbing cardiac and vascular cases highly preferred
• First-Time Travelers: Not accepted

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certification only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA certification only
• Radiation Badge (provided by agency) - Required for CVOR RNs
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment (e.g., PALS, TNCC)

Licensure

• Must hold an active, unencumbered South Carolina RN license or compact license
• Primary source verification required
• Temporary "walk-through" license process available for eligible candidates (no prior background issues)

Job Responsibilities

• Circulate in multiple surgical specialties as listed above
• Participate in on-call rotation and holiday coverage as needed
• Adhere to facility policies including emergency response during hurricane season (June-November)

Facility & Work Environment Highlights

• Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
• Charting system: EPIC
• Parking available (free and paid options)
• Hurricane season preparedness may require emergency response team participation

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Complete employment application including all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Background checks including 7-year history, criminal, sex offender registry, and federal exclusions
• Drug screening: 10-panel urine drug screen within 90 days of start
• Physical exam updated annually, attesting to ability to meet physical demands
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of immunity for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or vaccines)
  • Varicella (chickenpox)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or proof of prior positive with chest x-ray
• Flu vaccine required during flu season or medical/religious exemption (no declinations accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Color blindness testing prior to start
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam required
• Radiation badge required before starting clinical work

Additional Notes

• Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Facility may call off traveler for up to 1 shift per 2-week pay period
• Orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed prior to start
• Passport-style photo required for badge issuance before start date
• Travelers must upload vaccination records and complete all required modules in the facility’s system prior to orientation
• Emergency response assignments may be required during hurricane season (June-November)

Summary

This is a travel contract opportunity for an experienced CVOR Registered Nurse with at least 2 years of perioperative nursing experience, including circulating in multiple surgical specialties. Candidates must hold current South Carolina RN licensure, have required certifications (BLS, ACLS, radiation badge), and be prepared for on-call and holiday coverage. Compliance with extensive health, background, and documentation requirements is mandatory. The position offers a challenging and rewarding environment at a Level I Trauma and Magnet-designated teaching hospital.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in South Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of CVOR experience, with CVOR experience within the last year
• Experience in Bariatric, Surgical Oncology, Plastic Surgery, and Colo-Rectal Surgery
• Circulating experience in CT
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)