Rapid Response Registered Nurse

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (SC); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina Florence is seeking experienced Emergency or Critical Care Registered Nurses to join our new Rapid Response Team. The role emphasizes high-quality patient rounding, MEWS-based triage, and collaboration with ICU/Hospitalist staff in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include responding to codes, coaching staff on MEWS, and ensuring safety and compliance across inpatient units. SC RN licensure, BLS/ACLS, and Critical Care/ED experience are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program
• Active South Carolina RN license
• BLS and ACLS certifications required

Responsibilities

• Prioritize patient rounding and assessments with bedside nursing collaboration
• Use MEWS scores and PMH/history to identify high-risk patients
• Respond to Code Blue and Rapid Response, BAT Alerts, and nurse-driven requests for clinical evaluation
• Coach staff on appropriate MEWS scores and high-risk indicators

Skills

Critical Care

Emergency Nursing

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC Florence is looking for experienced Emergency or Critical Care Registered Nurses to join our new Rapid Response Team!

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC003627 FLO - Quality (FMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

7p-7a

Job Description

This clinical position will prioritize patient rounding and assessments with bedside nursing collaboration. Responsibilities include utilizing MEWS scores, prior medical history and admission location information, as well as other indicators for high risk patients, to prioritize assessment. This position evaluates patient care and hospital practices in MUSC inpatient settings to ensure compliance with hospital policies/procedures and evidence-based practices. This role collaborates with other departments to ensure staff, patient and visitor public health safety. This position will respond to any Code Blue and Rapid Response notifications, BAT Alerts, and nurse driven request for clinical evaluation and other indicators as needed or directed. High-risk patients based on clinical indicators, previous critical care admissions/transfers, and PMH will be assessed each shift. This position will also coach real time and provide education to staff regarding appropriate MEWS scores, high-risk indicators, assessments of Code Blue and Rapid Response notifications. Collaboration with clinical staff, including but not limited to, nurses, Patient Care Technicians, Hospitalist Medicine providers, ICU Intensivists and Pulmonologists etc is a necessity in this role, with appropriate communication and education methods

Schedule

7p-7a

Experience

Previous Critical Care or ED RN experience required. Must be able to work under stress.

Licenses/Certificates

Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing school. Must have active South Carolina RN license. Must be BLS and ACLS certified.

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
2. Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
3. Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
4. Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
5. Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
6. Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
7. Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
8. Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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