PRN Registered Nurse II MOHS Surgery - MUSCP

C003 University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks an experienced Registered Nurse II to deliver individualized, goal‑directed patient care for MOHS surgery patients on a day shift. You will coordinate with physicians, record histories, administer medications and monitor equipment while ensuring safety and quality.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN or are enrolled in an accredited BSN program with RN licensure by SC or a compact state and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; RN with per policy may need BSN within 4 years.
• RN licensure by SC Board of Nursing or compact state is required.
• Enroll in accredited BSN if not already; obtain BSN within four years.
• Current AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to MOHS surgery patients.
• Record patient histories; perform diagnostic tests and administer medications.
• Develop MOHS patient care plans with other providers and assist during exams.
• Observe patient progress and document in medical records.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications and self-care.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred

RN licensure - SC Board of Nursing or compact state

BSN within 4 years for RN hires after 1 July 2013

AHA/BLS certification

Job description

Job Description Summary Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse II provides individualized, goal-directed patient care to families and patients at the competent level utilizing the principles and practices of the nursing process; delivers safe and effective care and interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired results.

Entity University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC001995 UMA AMB MULT North Area Clinic-Administration CC Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 15 Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Job Description Job Summary/Purpose: Responsible for providing quality nursing care while maintaining accountability for the coordination of patient care.

Job Duties and Responsibilities: Provides professional nursing care to assigned MOHS surgery patients. Records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications, and develops MOHS surgery patient care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary. Observes patients' progress and records observations in patient medical records. Promotes patients' independence by teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills.

Additional Job Description Required Minimum Training and Education: Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013 with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date. Refer to policy A141 for more details. A minimum of one (1) year of work experience as a Registered Nurse required.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements: Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

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