Registered Nurse Medical Surgical/Tele
Location: Columbia, SC
Profession: Registered Nurse
Posted: 8/18/2026
Salary: $1764.00/weekly
Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Nights
Job Details
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical / Telemetry
Location
Columbia, SC
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Onsite | Every Other Weekend Required
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care on a Medical Surgical / Telemetry unit within an acute care hospital setting
- Manage a patient assignment of up to 1:5 ratio during night shift hours
- Monitor and interpret telemetry data, responding appropriately to changes in patient condition
- Document all patient care activities accurately using Epic electronic health records
- Participate in on-call coverage as required, primarily limited to the first 4 hours when needed
- Float to like units or sister facilities within scope of practice to meet staffing needs as required
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN experience
- Active South Carolina RN license or active Multi-State / Compact RN license
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Proficiency with Epic electronic health records system
- Ability to work every other weekend as part of the standard schedule
Preferred Experience / Skills
- NIHSS certification preferred
- Prior travel nursing experience is a plus; first-time travelers are welcome to apply
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work in a 304-bed acute care hospital with a structured and supportive clinical environment
- First-time travelers are accepted, making this an excellent opportunity to begin a travel nursing career
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