What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RN - Med/Surg position at American Traveler?
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jul 13, 2026
- Length: 10 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced Med/Surg RN for a 10-week night shift travel contract requiring telemetry skills, Epic experience, and an active SC or Compact RN license.
Details
- Medical-Surgical unit in a hospital setting with 34 staffed beds
- Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- Standard patient ratio of 1:6, with potential flex to 1:7 during unplanned staffing shortages
- Every other weekend required
- On-call (low census) required on a PRN basis
- Floating within scope to similar units or sister facilities may be required
- Charting via Epic EMR
- Royal blue scrubs required
- Free parking available
Requirements
- Active SC RN license or Compact RN license required; candidates with a pending SC license may be considered but must have an active license prior to start
- Current BLS certification required (AHA only)
- ACLS and NIHSS certifications preferred (AHA only)
- Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg RN experience preferred
- Experience with telemetry, MS/Tele, insulin management, and rapid response required
- Epic EMR experience required
- SSN and Driver's License required for consideration
- 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are accepted for this position
- Previous permanent or PRN staff at any MUSC facility must have been separated from the system for at least 1 year before being eligible to work as a traveler
- Candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position
- All requested time off (RTO) must be submitted upfront; approval is based on facility needs
- Pre-assignment online modules are required to be completed before the start date
- Travelers should be aware that during hurricane season (June–November), all employees and contractors may be assigned to emergency response duties; peak activity months are August and September
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan