Rapid Response Registered Nurse

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); Wisconsin; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) in Wisconsin is seeking experienced Emergency or Critical Care Registered Nurses to join our Rapid Response Team. In this role, you will prioritize patient assessment of high-risk patients and collaborate with various departments to ensure safety and compliance with clinical practices.

Candidates should possess an active South Carolina RN license and certification in BLS and ACLS. Previous critical care or emergency department experience is required. The shift for this position is from 7p to 7a with scheduled weekly hours of 36.

Qualifications

• Previous Critical Care or ED RN experience required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Active South Carolina RN license is mandatory.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize MEWS scores to assess high-risk patients.
• Evaluate patient care to ensure compliance with best practices.
• Respond to Rapid Response and Code Blue notifications.
• Coach staff on MEWS scores and clinical protocols.

Skills

Critical Care experience

Emergency Department experience

Ability to work under stress

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

Active South Carolina RN license

BLS and ACLS certified

Job description

Overview

MUSC Florence is seeking experienced Emergency or Critical Care Registered Nurses to join our Rapid Response Team. This clinical position prioritizes patient rounding, bedside nursing collaboration, and rapid assessment of high‑risk patients.

Contact

Please contact Recruiter Daijah Douglas at 843‑674‑2746 for more details.

Responsibilities

Utilize MEWS scores, prior medical history, and admission location information to prioritize assessment of high‑risk patients. Evaluate patient care and hospital practices in MUSC inpatient settings to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and evidence‑based practices. Collaborate with other departments to ensure staff, patient, and visitor public health safety. Respond to any Code Blue, Rapid Response notifications, BAT Alerts, and nurse‑driven requests for clinical evaluation. Coach real‑time staff and provide education on MEWS scores, high‑risk indicators, and Code Blue/Rapid Response protocols. Communicate with nurses, patient care technicians, hospitalist medicine providers, ICU intensivists, and pulmonologists as needed.

Experience

• Previous Critical Care or ED RN experience required.
• Ability to work under stress.

Licenses / Certificates

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Active South Carolina RN license.
• BLS and ACLS certified.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
• Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
• Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read charts, documents, and monitors.
• Auditory ability to communicate effectively and perceive important sounds such as alarms.
• Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of long shifts and stressful situations.
• Mobility to navigate the clinical environment, including moving between patient rooms and offices.
• Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment.

Schedule

Shift: 7p‑7a. Scheduled weekly hours: 36.

Equal Opportunity Employer

MUSC 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.

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