Registered Nurse 3 West

Medical University of South Carolina; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Nurse at Medical University of South Carolina provides direct care to adult medical-surgical and telemetry patients on a 30-bed unit. Responsibilities include accurate monitoring, thorough Epic documentation, and collaborative care with the interdisciplinary team.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, administer medications and IV therapy, educate patients and families, and contribute to safety and quality initiatives in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing required.
• RN license in South Carolina or a compact state.
• Current BLS certification.
• Proficient telemetry monitoring and patient assessment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor telemetry.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments.
• Document nursing care and patient responses in Epic.
• Collaborate with physicians, families, and the care team.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions.
• Support safety protocols and participate in quality improvement.
• Provide bedside shift reports.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Telemetry monitoring

Epic documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Nurse to join our 30-bed unit. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to medical-surgical and telemetry patients, ensuring safety, accurate monitoring, and effective communication within a collaborative healthcare team. This role requires strong clinical assessment skills, proficiency with telemetry monitoring, and the ability to document thoroughly in Epic.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004747 ORBG - 3 West

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Position Overview

The Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Nurse provides direct nursing care to adult patients with complex medical and surgical needs, including continuous cardiac monitoring via telemetry. This role involves comprehensive patient assessments, administration of medications and treatments, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The nurse is responsible for accurate and timely documentation in Epic, participation in bedside shift reporting, and patient/family education.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and monitor telemetry for cardiac abnormalities.
• Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapy as prescribed.
• Manage patients with a range of medical-surgical diagnoses and post-operative needs.
• Document all nursing care, patient responses, and bedside shift reports accurately in Epic.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.
• Promote patient safety through adherence to infection control, fall prevention, and other safety protocols.
• Educate patients and families about care plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain professional development.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: Associate's Degree required. 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:

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!

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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