Travel Nurse RN - Med/Surg / Telemetry in Columbia, SC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Med/Surg / Telemetry
Location: Columbia, SC
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical / Telemetry (Orthopedic)

Location

Columbia, SC

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 4x12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30) | Every Other Weekend Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a 26-bed orthopedic spine unit specializing in spinal surgeries including laminectomies, spinal fusions, and discectomies
• Manage a diverse patient population with diagnoses including cardiac conditions, low-risk ACS, TIAs, diabetes, hypertension, COPD, DVT, and PE
• Assist with and monitor special procedures including bedside lumbar puncture, post-cath care (radial and femoral), post-surgical care, post renal biopsy, CT angiography, and Heparin drips
• Collaborate with integrated pain management, physical therapy, and mobility support teams to facilitate patient recovery
• Float to other units or campuses as needed based on census, limited to areas within documented competencies
• Complete required pre-assignment modules and annual compliance requirements prior to and during contract

Required Qualifications

• Active South Carolina RN license or active multistate (Compact) RN license — pending licenses not accepted
• Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience in a Medical Surgical or Telemetry setting
• Orthopedic nursing experience required
• Minimum 1 year of EPIC EMR experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Must meet facility distance eligibility requirements to qualify as a traveler

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with spinal surgery patient populations including pre- and post-operative care
• Familiarity with telemetry monitoring and cardiac patient management
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center — a regionally recognized facility with advanced specialty programs in cardiac care, stroke, and vascular services
• Pre-assignment orientation modules are reimbursable for up to 16 hours, supporting a smooth and compensated onboarding experience