PRN-RN Tier 1 - 4 Heart Cardiovascular Surgery Telemetry Step-Down

Spartanburg Regional; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Spartanburg Regional is seeking a PRN RN to provide patient care in a cardiac stepdown unit. The role involves direct patient care, education, and leadership, requiring a current RN license and experience. Ideal candidates will thrive in a collaborative environment focused on quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current R.N. licensure in South Carolina or a Compact State required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience for PRN work.
• BLS required; ACLS and PALS/NRP as determined by unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct age-specific and culturally appropriate patient care.
• Educate patients and staff, demonstrating leadership.
• Ensure compliance with clinical and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient Care

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Baccalaureate Degree preferred

BSN

Job description

Job Requirements

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the RN demonstrates and utilizes knowledge and skills to provide direct age-specific and culturally appropriate patient care through the nursing process. The role involves serving as a clinical resource, participating in patient and staff education, demonstrating leadership, and serving as a preceptor. Employees are encouraged to support Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System’s community involvement.

Schedule

A PRN Nurse will work on an as-needed basis.

Unit Description

4 Heart is a 32-bed cardiac stepdown unit caring for patients with chest pain, congestive heart failure, and those requiring surgery for heart, vascular, and thoracic conditions. The unit also manages post-op open-heart patients. Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3 or 1:4, with a charge nurse available on all shifts. This unit is ideal for those eager to learn within a broad patient base and who enjoy teamwork.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Baccalaureate Degree preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience required for PRN work.

License/Registration/Certifications

• Current R.N. licensure in South Carolina or a Compact State.
• BLS required.
• ACLS and PALS/NRP as determined by unit patient demographics.

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

• BSN

Core Job Responsibilities

• Initiate and facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration to improve outcomes.
• Seek assistance when needed to complete nursing interventions ensuring positive patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate competency with all new equipment and procedures.
• Provide clinical guidance to students and ancillary staff.
• Complete hospital and unit-based orientation programs successfully.
• Develop a plan for professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with all clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Identify appropriate standards of care and clinical pathways to guide care plans.
• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Identify the need to develop or revise policies for specialized patient populations or practices.
• Serve on unit-based committees.
• Educate peers with at least one in-service per year.
• Demonstrate knowledge of professional nursing practice and theory.
• Ensure continuity of care through effective decision-making for quality patient care.
• Document all patient care aspects following established procedures to track progress or changes.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and the healthcare team to determine priorities and treatments.