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Travel/Contract position
8 Week Assignment
No Holiday RTO - Must be willing to work the Holidays: Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve, & New Years Day
Guaranteed Hours: Facility allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Job requirements

Years of experience REQ: at least 2 years Critical Care Exp
First-timers accepted: No
Experience Required: RRT Adult critical care experience
Open to accommodating block schedule? Approval prior to assignment, but not guaranteed
Radius rule? Yes, 60 miles. Are locals accepted? Yes, on a case-by-case basis
Pending State License accepted: RRT SC license must be in hand at time of start
RTO Restrictions: All RTO must be included at time of submission. Approval will be based on manager/units needs.

Schedule information

Shift: Will work 3x12hr shifts 7p-7:30a with holidays required
Weekend REQ: Every other weekend
Is on-call REQ? No

Unit specific information

Position/Specialty: Adult RRT- Ashley River Tower
Patient Population: MUSC Ashley River Tower has nearly 200 beds, including 2 ICUs, 2 step-down floors, 4 general acute care floors, and a 21-bed emergency department.
Cardiovascular ICU- 21 beds
Postop Cardiac, Thoracic, & Complex Vascular Surgery Patients
Heart & Lung Transplant, Durable LVAD
Temporary Mechanical Circulatory Support
ECMO, IABP, & Impella
Complex Cardiology Patient
Post Cardiac arrest, Acute Myocardial Infarction, Decompensated Heart Failure
Medical-Surgical ICU- 18 beds
Mix Medical & Abdominal Surgical Patients
ARDS, Septic Shock, Hematologic & Oncologic Emergencies
GI Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Hypertension, Perforated Viscous

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Teaching hospital, in Charleston SC, amount of needed travelers and cafeteria has lots of options.

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Parking!!!! Low pay. TRAFFIC. Staff can be hard to interact with.

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Review of Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital on Nov 14, 2024

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Short Term Acute Care
467 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS171 Ashley AveCharleston, SC 29425

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About Charleston, SC

As a Travel Registered Respiratory Therapist in Charleston, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Charleston is slightly higher than the national average.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 38°F to 42°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available but may require some effort to find due to high demand, especially during tourist seasons.

Transportation

Charleston is car-friendly, but traffic can be congested in certain areas.
Public transportation options include buses and shuttles, but they may not cover all areas of the city.

Demographics

Charleston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen-rich environment and potential exposure to tropical diseases.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the city's popularity.

Things to Do

Charleston offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving delicious southern flavors.
It also has a rich arts and music culture, with frequent festivals and world-class galleries.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing, fishing, and golfing, as well as exploring the beautiful beaches and natural habitats.

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