Registered Nurse I - Peds Heart Center

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC is seeking a Registered Nurse I (New Graduate) to provide individualized nursing care under supervision. You will work with a diverse pediatric population in a 36-hour weekly schedule with rotating shifts and a focus on family-centered care.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Nursing (preferred) and will enroll in a BSN program within two years, completing it within four years of hire.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
• R.N. licensure in good standing.
• CPR/BLS certification required with PALS recommended.

Aufgaben

• Provide individualized, goal-directed nursing care using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with health-care team to achieve desired outcomes.
• Support patients and families in a pediatric setting.

Kenntnisse

RN licensure

BLS

PALS

Ausbildung

Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred

BSN enrollment within 2 years

BSN degree within 4 years of hire

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description Summary

Peds Heart Center is a 29‑bed unit- ranked #4 Nationally by U.S News and World Report and #1 in patient outcomes, in addition to being a AACN Beacon Award-Winning unit. We are the referral center for all major pediatric cardiac surgery in South Carolina. Average Daily Census on the unit is 28, with a blend of cardiac surgical and medical diagnoses. The Heart Center cares for patients with congenital and acute heart disease of any age based on care needs. Common procedures associated with this unit's care include cardiac surgery, Ventricular Assist Devices, Heart Transplant, cardiac catheterization, and all medical diagnoses associated with cardiac care for the children in South Carolina. In addition to ventilatory and cardiac support, the unit provides ECMO/CRRT and additional complex supportive therapies. Pediatric palliative care is available as needed. The staffing mix includes Registered Nurses, Patient Care Technicians, and Unit Secretaries with ancillary supportive services such as Respiratory Therapy, Pediatric Dietitians, and Pediatric Pharmacist available as needed. All beds are monitored beds.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000455 CHS - Heart Center - 3 (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Job Description

Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

Hours Per Week: 36

Scheduled Work Hours/Shifts: Rotating

Job Summary/Purpose: Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse I (New Graduate) assists at the advanced beginner level in providing individualized, goal directed nursing care to patients and families utilizing principles and practices of the nursing process; interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes.

Unit Description: Peds Heart Center is a 29‑bed unit- ranked #4 Nationally by U.S News and World Reportand #1 in patient outcomes, in addition to being a AACN Beacon Award-Winning unit. We are the referral center for all major pediatric cardiac surgery in South Carolina. Average Daily Census on the unit is 28, with a blend of cardiac surgical and medical diagnoses. The Heart Center cares for patients with congenital and acute heart disease of any age based on care needs. Common procedures associated with this unit’s…

Unit Description: Peds Heart Center is a 29‑bed unit- ranked #4 Nationally by U.S News and World Report and #1 in patient outcomes, in addition to being a AACN Beacon Award-Winning unit. We are the referral center for all major pediatric cardiac surgery in South Carolina. Average Daily Census on the unit is 28, with a blend of cardiac surgical and medical diagnoses. The Heart Center cares for patients with congenital and acute heart disease of any age based on care needs. Common procedures associated with this unit's care include cardiac surgery, Ventricular Assist Devices, Heart Transplant, cardiac catheterization, and all medical diagnoses associated with cardiac care for the children in South Carolina.

Minimum Training and Education

Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013, with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date. Refer to policy A141 for more details. A minimum of one year of work experience as a registered nurse is required.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provide and Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS).

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!

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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