Medical Surgical (RN)
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - University Hospital

Job Overview for Healthcare Recruiters and Workers

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Charleston, South Carolina
• Facility: MUSC Health Charleston (Medical University of South Carolina)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position/Specialty: MS RN
• Shift: 3x12 hour nights (7 PM - 7:30 AM), with every other weekend and holiday rotation
• Patient Ratios: 1:4 or 1:5 for 16 beds
• Charge RN Assignment: Free float or 1 patient
• Floating Requirement: Yes, within scope to meet facility needs

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 1 year required; first-timers accepted
• License: SC or Multi-State/Compact RN license required
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred for specific units
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) preferred for pediatric units
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure) as required
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) as required for specific units

Miscellaneous Information

• Local Radius: 60 miles; locals accepted on a case-by-case basis
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility can call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Special Requirements: None specified

Facility Highlights

• Type of Facility: Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
• Total Staffed Beds: 820
• Charting System: EPIC
• Scrub Color: Solid Royal Blue or White top with Royal Blue bottoms

Health and Safety Requirements

• Vaccinations:

  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years required
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days of start
  • Drug screening required within 90 days of start
  • COVID-19 vaccinations are highly preferred
• Physical Exam: Initial physical required, updated annually
• Fit Test: Required within 90 days prior to start

Documentation Requirements

• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment Application: Must include all PTO, contract assignments, and agency names
• Education Verification: Required, with a copy of diploma or transcripts preferred

Additional Notes

• Parking: Parking permit required with a registration fee
• Orientation: Modules must be completed prior to start; failure to complete may result in being sent home

This overview provides essential information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this travel nursing position at MUSC Health Charleston.