Registered Nurse 3 West Day Shift with Sign-On Bonus

MUSC Health; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in South Carolina seeks a compassionate Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Nurse to join a collaborative team. This full-time position involves conducting patient assessments, administering medications, and ensuring effective communication within the unit. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's Degree and RN licensure. Shift includes 3x12 hour shifts with day hours, and every other weekend obligation.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in South Carolina or compact state.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and monitor telemetry.
• Administer medications, treatments, and IV therapy as prescribed.
• Document all nursing care in Epic.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams and educate patients.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Telemetry monitoring

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Epic

Job description

Overview

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.

Full Time (3x12 hour shifts). Day Shift (7a-7p). Every other weekend obligation.

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.

Qualifications

• 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

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient 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 medical charts, documents, and monitors.
• Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
• Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
• Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
• Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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