Travel
Med Surg Tele
Simpsonville, SC
Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN — Simpsonville, SC
Day Shift | 13-Week Contract | 3×12-Hour (07:00–19:30)
This telemetry unit focuses on orthopedic and bariatric patient populations, serving adults and geriatrics. The unit provides continuous cardiac monitoring with an emphasis on dysrhythmia interpretation and management, alongside post-surgical and medically complex care.
Shift & Scheduling
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM, three 12-hour shifts per week
- Floating is required to comparable units or nearby facilities based on census needs
Clinical Skills Required
- Telemetry monitoring and EKG interpretation
- Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- Blood product administration
- Central line and peripheral line care
- Oxygen administration and nasal cannula management
- Isolation precautions/PPE
Interdisciplinary Support
Physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, phlebotomy, social services, rapid response teams, and unit secretary support are available.
Requirements
- SC RN license (required)
- ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
- Minimum 1 year of electronic health record experience (required)
- 2 years of nursing experience; 3 years in specialty for first-time travelers
- Flu vaccine required; no exemptions accepted
Contract Details
- Orientation takes place on Mondays
- Pre-assignment modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials; up to 16 hours of module time is reimbursable
- Travelers may not extend beyond three consecutive 13-week contracts without converting to staff or completing a minimum six-month separation
- Candidates must reside at least 100 miles from the facility to be eligible at full terms
