In range for South Carolina travel rolesSouth Carolina travel postings that state pay run $1,620/week to $2,340/week, the middle half $1,840/week to $2,150/week, across 100 postings.
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications and a SC or compact RN license.
Details
Inpatient Cardiac Telemetry unit caring for adults with actual or potential life-threatening multisystem or cardiac conditions
Common diagnoses include sepsis, MI, unstable angina, and Coronary Artery Disease
Care for cardiac patients receiving IV antiarrhythmic therapy, vasoactive infusions, and anticoagulation
Performs vasoactive drug administration, antiarrhythmic drug therapy, thrombolytic therapy, defibrillation/cardioversion, and thoracentesis
Utilizes cardiac telemetry monitoring, EKG, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring
Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours, 19:00 to 07:30
Weekend coverage required every other weekend, subject to change based on need
Floating required to like units or other facilities depending on census needs
Requirements
Active SC or compact RN license required
Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a cardiac telemetry unit required
2 years of nursing experience in the field preferred
Minimum 1 year of experience with EPIC EMR required
Skilled in cardiac monitoring and emergency response
Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
Additional Information
Provide direct nursing care to cardiac telemetry patients, monitoring for dysrhythmias and responding to emergent cardiac events
Orientation held every Monday with annual compliance training required
Pre-assignment testing and modules required to be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials
First-time travelers will be considered based on experience
Candidates must live more than 100 miles from any Prisma facility to be eligible for full travel pay rate, with reduced rate for 90-99.9 miles
Night shift travelers in this specialty must live at least 50 miles from the contracted campus, with reduced rate for 50-99.9 miles and ineligibility under 50 miles
Neighborhoods+Residential living in Clinton revolves around its historic core and quiet suburban pockets. Neighborhoods flanking the downtown district and Presbyterian College along Broad Street feature established properties shaded by mature trees, while newer single-family residential tracts can be found along corridors such as Tango Drive and Peachtree Street. The community is predominantly settled and residential, offering a calm pace and quiet streets suited for healthcare professionals looking to escape urban congestion.
Residential living in Clinton revolves around its historic core and quiet suburban pockets. Neighborhoods flanking the downtown district and Presbyterian College along Broad Street feature established properties shaded by mature trees, while newer single-family residential tracts can be found along corridors such as Tango Drive and Peachtree Street.
The community is predominantly settled and residential, offering a calm pace and quiet streets suited for healthcare professionals looking to escape urban congestion.
Getting around+Clinton is deeply car-dependent, with public transit essentially limited across the municipality. Everyday commutes within town are brief—averaging roughly 16 minutes—and traffic congestion is virtually nonexistent compared to larger South Carolina metros. Commuting nurses traveling to regional healthcare centers in Laurens County or the broader Upstate rely on personal vehicles and regional arterial connectors, including nearby access to Interstate 26.
Clinton is deeply car-dependent, with public transit essentially limited across the municipality. Everyday commutes within town are brief—averaging roughly 16 minutes—and traffic congestion is virtually nonexistent compared to larger South Carolina metros.
Commuting nurses traveling to regional healthcare centers in Laurens County or the broader Upstate rely on personal vehicles and regional arterial connectors, including nearby access to Interstate 26.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation centers around historical parks and Upstate greenery. The standout regional attraction is the Battle of Musgrove Mill State Historic Site, offering nature trails, river access, and Revolutionary War history. Within the city, Oak Street Park and Little River Park provide open green spaces for walks and fresh air, while the nearby edges of Sumter National Forest and Stewart Farms offer seasonal outdoor outings.
Outdoor recreation centers around historical parks and Upstate greenery. The standout regional attraction is the Battle of Musgrove Mill State Historic Site, offering nature trails, river access, and Revolutionary War history.
Within the city, Oak Street Park and Little River Park provide open green spaces for walks and fresh air, while the nearby edges of Sumter National Forest and Stewart Farms offer seasonal outdoor outings.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Clinton
Clinton presents healthcare workers with an authentic, unhurried South Carolina college town defined by railroad heritage and quiet residential living. Founded in 1852, this town of roughly 8,000 residents centers on a historic nineteenth-century commercial district and the scenic brick campus of Presbyterian College along Broad Street. For nurses, the town offers an exceptionally peaceful recovery environment after intense hospital shifts, highlighted by low ambient noise and an easy average commute of around 16 minutes. Cultural life thrives around campus lectures, shows, and games at Bailey Memorial Stadium, alongside town traditions like the annual Rhythm on the Rails festival and burger runs to Wilson's Curb Market. Natural getaways such as Musgrove Mill State Historic Site and Little River Park provide quick outdoor escapes. However, living in Clinton requires embracing trade-offs: public transit is minimal, grocery and specialty retail are limited, and extensive nightlife or specialized healthcare amenities demand a car trip along Interstate 26. For practitioners prioritizing community calm over urban bustle, Clinton offers an authentic, grounded Upstate retreat.
