Registered Nurse, Charge | Progressive Care Unit | Part Time

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) seeks an experienced Registered Nurse, Charge for the Neurology Progressive Care Unit. You will provide clinical leadership, coordinate patient care, and serve as a resource for the nursing team to ensure safe, high-quality care across the shift.

The role requires a SC RN license, BLS & ACLS, and at least 2 years of RN experience, with neurology/critical care leadership preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in SC or a compact state.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience; neurology/crit care leadership preferred.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients of all ages using the nursing process, promoting health, wellness, education, and patient safety.
• Provide clinical leadership and oversight during the shift.
• Coordinate and prioritize patient care activities to support safe and efficient unit operations.
• Provide guidance and supervision to licensed and non-licensed caregivers and staff.
• Delegate and supervise to ensure appropriate delivery of patient care.
• Use independent nursing judgment to identify patient care needs and resources.
• Monitor unit operations and communicate concerns to leadership.
• Promote compliance with nursing standards and hospital policies.
• Assist with staffing needs and on-call responsibilities as needed.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Nursing assessment

Communication

Delegation

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

Lead the Shift. Support the Team. Make a Difference.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC001492 LAN - ICU (Intensive Care Unit) (LMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 24 Work Shift

Job Description

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse ready to take the next step in your nursing career? MUSC Health is seeking a Registered Nurse, Charge for our Neurology Progressive Care Unit to provide exceptional patient care while serving as a clinical resource and leader for the nursing team. In this role, you will use your nursing expertise, sound judgment, and leadership skills to help ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care throughout the assigned shift. You will work closely with nurses, patient care staff, providers, and leadership to coordinate care, support team members, and promote a positive patient experience.

What You’ll Do

• Provide professional nursing care to patients of all ages using the nursing process, while promoting health, wellness, education, and patient safety.
• Providing clinical leadership and oversight during the shift.
• Coordinate and prioritize patient care activities to support safe and efficient unit operations.
• Provide guidance, support, and clinical resources to licensed and non-licensed caregivers and support staff.
• Utilize effective delegation and supervision to ensure appropriate delivery of patient care.
• Use independent nursing judgment to identify patient care needs, address concerns, and appropriately utilize available resources.
• Monitor unit operations and promptly communicate concerns, challenges, or identified problems to the Department Director or House Supervisor.
• Promote compliance with nursing practice standards, hospital policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assist with staffing needs and may be assigned on-call responsibilities to support appropriate staffing coverage.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to promote continuity and quality of patient care.
• Serve as a positive role model, resource, and mentor for members of the nursing team.
• Help foster a professional, collaborative, and patient-centered environment.
• Report to the Department Director for overall nursing practice and to the House Supervisor for responsibilities during the assigned shift.
• Demonstrate flexibility and dependability, including reporting for scheduled shifts during inclement weather when required.

Additional Job Description

This is an opportunity to combine clinical expertise with nursing leadership. As a Charge RN, you’ll play an important role in supporting your team, coordinating patient care, and helping create a safe, compassionate environment for patients and families.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Progressive care, neurology, acute care, critical care, or charge/leadership experience is preferred.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse license through the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).

If you’re a confident, collaborative RN who is ready to serve as a clinical leader and make an impact on a busy Neurology Progressive Care Unit, we’d love to have you join our team. 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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