Registered Nurse | Endoscopy

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Endoscopy RN to join a fast-paced team coordinating pre-procedure assessments, IV access, medication administration, and patient education.

The role supports physicians and anesthesia during endoscopic procedures, monitors sedation, and ensures safe post-procedure recovery and discharge instructions. SC licensure, BLS, and ACLS are required with preferred endoscopy experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current South Carolina or Compact State RN license.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Previous Endoscopy or acute-care nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-procedure assessments and prepare patients for procedures.
• Establish IV access and administer medications as ordered.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Support physicians and the procedural team during endoscopic procedures.
• Monitor patients receiving sedation and/or anesthesia.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient condition.
• Provide post-procedure recovery care and readiness for discharge.
• Educate patients on discharge and follow-up instructions.

Skills

Nursing

RN license

BLS

ACLS

Endoscopy experience

Education

Accredited nursing program

Tools

Endoscopy equipment familiarity

Job description

Job Description Summary Where Clinical Skill Meets Procedural Care Ready for a nursing role that combines critical thinking, teamwork, and hands-on procedural care? Join our Endoscopy team and play an essential role in caring for patients before, during, and after diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. As an Endoscopy RN, you’ll work alongside physicians, anesthesia providers, technicians, and fellow nurses in a fast-paced environment where patient safety, teamwork, and attention to detail matter every day.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC001483 LAN - Endoscopy (LMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-27 Scheduled Weekly Hours 36 Work Shift

Why You’ll Love Endoscopy

• Variety in your day — care for patients across pre-procedure, procedure, and recovery
• Work closely with a highly collaborative procedural and anesthesia team
• Build specialized skills in endoscopy, sedation, recovery, and procedural nursing
• Use your assessment and critical-thinking skills to make an immediate impact on patient safety
• Be part of a team focused on quality care and an exceptional patient experience

What You’ll Do

• Completing pre-procedure assessments and preparing patients for procedures
• Establishing IV access and administering medications as ordered
• Providing patient and family education
• Supporting physicians and the procedural team during endoscopic procedures
• Monitoring patients receiving sedation and/or anesthesia
• Recognizing and responding quickly to changes in patient condition
• Providing post-procedure recovery care and determining readiness for discharge
• Educating patients and caregivers on discharge and follow-up instructions
• Flexing between pre-op, procedure, and recovery based on patient and department needs

Procedures

• EGD
• Colonoscopy
• Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
• Bronchoscopy
• Esophageal Manometry
• Anorectal Manometry
• Other Diagnostic & Therapeutic Endoscopic Procedures

We’re Looking for an RN Who Is Adaptable

Calm under pressure. Detail-oriented. Collaborative. Patient-focused. You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy procedural nursing, can recognize subtle changes in a patient's condition, communicate effectively with an interdisciplinary team, and are comfortable working in a fast-moving clinical environment.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Current South Carolina or Compact State RN license
• Current BLS
• Current ACLS
• Previous Endoscopy or acute-care nursing experience preferred

Call Requirements

This position participates in the Endoscopy Department's call rotation, including after-hours, weekend, and holiday coverage as assigned. Team members must be able to respond within the department's required call-back timeframe.

Ready for a Different Kind of Nursing?

If you’re looking for an opportunity to combine strong nursing assessment skills, procedural expertise, patient education, and teamwork, Endoscopy may be the perfect next step in your nursing career. Bring your skills. Grow your expertise. Make every procedure safer for our patients.

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. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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