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Travel Nurse Opportunity In Charleston, SC

We need a Registered Nurse with OR experience for a job in Charleston, SC. This position requires temporary relocation, and pay will include travel expenses and be higher than local Nursing assignments. We seek an experienced nurse who can start quickly. To begin our application process, please commence online as soon as possible.

Travel nursing offers adventure, numerous choices, and flexibility. Nurses can select facilities and locations of preference and work in prestigious medical centers. Many nurses seek a quality lifestyle, and the ability to choose is crucial. To a great extent, travel nurses control their own schedules. Many of our travelers have been in travel nursing for over 10 years and intend to continue.

If you are a medical professional seeking a good salary, schedule choices, and exciting locations, a travel career may be suitable. To commence:

Get Prepared For The Steps In The Process

Before starting your first travel assignment, ensure your RN license is up to date, if needed, and have complete immunization and physical examination records. Your CV should highlight your nursing skills and experience, and you should have several references who can vouch for you.

When you identify assignments of interest, your recruiter will submit you for them and prepare you for the interview process. During the interview, inquire about scheduling, patient to nurse ratios, required skills, etc.

State Licensing Requirements

You can start the RN licensure process before having an assignment. Some states take over a month to process, like California, New Jersey, and New York. Many states process RN licenses quickly, often in a few days. Some states allow you to obtain an RN license in one day by visiting the state nursing board directly.

If you have a license in a Nurse Licensure Compact state, the process is easier as it permits practice in any of the 25 compact states. Your recruiter will assist in obtaining a license in your chosen state.

Your Area Of Expertise

Each facility has its own policy, but generally, a year or more of experience in your area of specialization is needed. Even though requirements vary, you can apply for travel positions after a year of continuous experience. Some specialties, like psychiatric Registered Nurse and cardiac ICU, require over 2 years of experience.

Versatility

Flexibility is vital for a successful travel nurse. Be open to various hospital policies, procedures, and locations to gain additional skills. Even if your first choice was an assignment in Hawaii, don’t let a great opportunity in another location pass you by. Most contracts are for 13 weeks, making it easy to try several cities within a year.

Job References and Skills Checklist

A crucial part of your application is your set of clinical references. Three references are usually sufficient to confirm your clinical skills. A travel nurse will typically fill out a skills checklist along with their references.

After addressing your references and skills set, we can start seeking contracts that match your requirements. When you accept a job, we will help with any additional details such as immunizations and drug testing.