American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Clinic DOU - Direct Observation Unit for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Surgical Short Stay/Observation Unit position, requiring a SC or compact RN license and at least 2 years of observation or surgical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a six-bay, 23-hour observation unit located within a surgery center's PACU, inside a large clinic
• Care for a diverse patient population including orthopedics (total joints, arthroscopy, hand, shoulder, elbow), interventional radiology, and GI procedures
• Staffing model typically includes two RNs and one PCT per shift, with occasional shifts staffed by one RN and one PCT
• Expected patient ratios are 1:3, with a maximum of 1:6
• Shift is three 12-hour nights, Monday through Thursday, from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with no Fridays, weekends, or holidays
• Possible floating to other observation units or days off if census is low
• Uses Epic EMR
• Roles include pre- and post-operative care, collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia, and OR nurses in a fast-paced environment
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Security is present overnight and onsite in the waiting area after clinic hours
• All RTO must be specified up front; requests for more than 7 days or covering holidays require special approval
• All candidates may be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November)
• A 60-mile radius rule applies for local candidates, who may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Clinical modules must be completed pre-start, averaging 4 hours

Requirements

• Active SC or compact RN license required (in hand or pending with proof of application for consideration)
• Minimum 2 years of observation and/or surgical nursing experience required
• Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred
• SSN and driver’s license required for consideration
• Former staff (including PRN) must be separated from the health system for 1 year before applying as a traveler

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-645024. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Direct Observation Unit

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