Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Greer, South Carolina
Pelham Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (MS/Tele)

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

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical-Surgical/Telemetry (MS/Tele)
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:6
• Start Date: January
• Weekend Requirement: As needed
• Block Scheduling: Not accommodated
• Local Radius Rule: 75 miles (locals not accepted)
• Pending License: Accepted if obtained before start
• Guaranteed Hours: Based on signed contract hours
• On-call Requirement: One of the following is required:

  • 2 on-call shifts per 6 weeks
    OR
  • 2 additional shifts per 6 weeks

Experience Requirements

• Minimum Years of Specialty Experience: 2 years (1+ year may be considered)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not explicitly required
• First-time travelers: Accepted

Certifications Required

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or RQI acceptable
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or RQI acceptable
• NIH Stroke Certification (required for MS/Tele)
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
• State License (Primary Source Verification)
• NURSYS Verification (for all RNs)
• Pass/Fail Testing on Day 1 (Cardiac Arrhythmia and Medication Dosage Calculation) – Two attempts allowed
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement

Testing & Special Requirements

• Must pass arrhythmia and medication tests on the first day
• Shaving may be required to pass fit testing; failure to comply results in failure of fit test
• Attendance Policy: Missing more than two shifts in a 13-week contract without reasonable explanation may lead to contract review/cancellation

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Negative TB or Chest X-Ray: Within 3 months of start (various accepted tests)
• Immunizations:

  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: 2 vaccines, positive titer, or approved exemption
  • Hepatitis B: Vaccine series, positive titer, or declination
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines, positive titer, or approved exemption
  • Flu Seasonal Vaccination or Declination (seasonal requirement)
  • COVID-19: Dose 1 and 2 required or declination form
• Drug Testing: Within 60 days of start (10 panel + Oxy + Marijuana)
• Respiratory Safety Clearance: Required within 1 year if respirator use is needed

Background & Documentation

• 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Education Verification: Highest level of education verified (Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate for RNs)
• Social Security Card: Required if used on I9
• Government-issued photo ID required during hours of service
• Employment Application: Required
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated annually
• References: Required (2 references within 2 years for this facility)

Additional Notes

• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific policies and documentation requirements.
• Candidates will be allowed to test out of Epic system training.
• Moderate Sedation Test may be required for some units (not specified for MS/Tele).
• No block scheduling accommodations; weekend shifts as needed.
• Locals within 75 miles are not accepted for this travel position.

This position is suitable for RNs with at least 2 years of experience in Medical-Surgical/Telemetry, who hold the required certifications and can meet the testing and health requirements. First-time travel nurses are welcome to apply.