PCU Travel Nurse Job in Columbia, SC | Nights (3x12)
Prisma Health - Richland Hospital
Columbia, SC
Open
Travel RN
PCU Nurse in Columbia, SC
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$1,880
Specialty
PCU
Travel · RN
Shift
Nights
3×12 hrs
Start Date
ASAP
Flexible
Contract
13 wks
Renewable
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This PCU travel nurse job in Columbia, South Carolina, with Advantis Medical is a 13-week Travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at Prisma Health - Richland Hospital. This role pays $1,880 per week and follows a Nights shift with a 3x12 schedule. Read more
Job Details
- Facility: Prisma Health - Richland Hospital
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Location: Columbia, SC 29203 Explore the area! See our local guide further down this page.
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
- Shift: Nights (3x12)
Responsibilities
- Manage higher-acuity patients stepping down from intensive care who require close monitoring
- Monitor continuous telemetry and hemodynamic status, recognizing and escalating changes promptly
- Administer medications and IV therapy, including titratable drips approved for the unit, per facility protocol
- Care for patients on high-flow oxygen and non-invasive ventilation when assigned
Travel PCU Requirements:
- 2+ years of recent PCU experience.
- Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by South Carolina and national regulatory bodies.
Prisma Health Richland Hospital — Columbia, SC
Columbia, SC
Prisma Health Richland is the largest hospital in South Carolina's Midlands and Prisma Health's main referral center there — a 641-bed nonprofit teaching hospital affiliated with the University of South Carolina School of Medicine, treating more than 225,000 patients a year.
- An ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and Level II pediatric trauma center — the only one in the Midlands and one of five Level I centers in South Carolina — caring for about 3,300 serious injuries a year. Read More
- A Magnet-designated nursing organization, the ANCC credential many travelers prioritize.
- Six specialized adult ICUs — medical, surgical/trauma, cardiovascular surgery, cardiopulmonary, neurosurgical, and step-down — plus the state's only freestanding heart hospital and a Comprehensive Stroke Center and VAD program.
- The Children's Hospital–Midlands (South Carolina's first children's hospital) with a pediatric ICU and a Level III NICU, for pediatric and neonatal RNs.
- A USC teaching hospital with 33 affiliated residency and fellowship programs.
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FAQs – PCU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Columbia, SC
What certifications do travel PCU jobs require?
Most travel PCU jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Units that care for stroke patients often ask for NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) as well. A Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) credential isn't usually required, but many facilities view it as a plus.
What do facilities require for travel PCU nurses?
Facilities typically want recent progressive care, step-down, or intermediate-care experience with continuous cardiac monitoring, higher-acuity patients, and infusions such as diltiazem, amiodarone, insulin, or heparin. Depending on the unit, post-cath, cardiac, respiratory, or postoperative experience may also matter.
Is PCU the same as step-down or intermediate care?
Often, but not always. PCU, step-down, IMC, and transitional-care labels can describe similar units, but acuity, patient mix, allowed drips, and respiratory support vary by hospital. Compare the actual responsibilities with your experience rather than relying on the unit name alone.
Benefits
- Day One Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Relocation and Travel Reimbursement
- Dedicated team to help with state licensing & renewals
- Weekly Direct Deposit
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
Resources for this PCU job in Columbia
- Review South Carolina nursing license requirements before your assignment.
- View South Carolina salary reports for travel nursing assignments.
- Explore the travel nursing housing center to plan your stay.
Explore Columbia, SC
Between the coast and the Upstate, Columbia, SC anchors the Midlands with its historic State House grounds and easy access to the Three Rivers Greenway. The city works as a regional healthcare market, with campuses such as Prisma Health Richland Hospital and Lexington Medical Center. RN coverage here often centers on medical-surgical units and surgical suites supporting patient traffic from the region. As South Carolina's capital and home to the University of South Carolina, Columbia draws students, staff, and patients alike into the city center. Some travel nurses choose housing in nearby Lexington, West Columbia, or Cayce to stay close to the main medical districts. Summers run hot and humid here, so travelers often aim outdoor time at the early hours and plan the rest around the heat.
Travel Nursing Jobs With Advantis Medical — The Gold Standard
At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.
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Travel PCU · Columbia, SC · $1,880 /wk