Registered Nurse II

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a perioperative registered nurse to support the surgical team before, during, and after procedures. Responsibilities include patient interviews, education, and collaboration with surgeons to optimize outcomes.

Requires an Associate's Degree in Nursing, SC RN licensure, and BLS certification. At least one year of perioperative experience is preferred. Equal opportunity employer, with emphasis on patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing and SC RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• At least 1 year perioperative nursing experience preferred.
• Strong patient education and emotional support skills.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients for health histories pre-operatively.
• Assist surgeons and anesthesia as needed intra-operatively.
• Support patient positioning, wound exposure, and hemostasis.
• Discharge planning and post-operative teaching.

Skills

Nursing care

Perioperative care

Vital signs

Patient education

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterile techniques

Job description

Job Description Summary

Functions as the assistant to the surgeon during an operation. Includes performing individualized nursing care management before, during and after surgery. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC004819 ORBG - Dialysis Access Institute Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 8 Work Shift

Job Description

Pre-operatively

1. Interviews surgical patients for comprehensive health histories.
2. Educates patients and offers emotional support.
3. Evaluates needs of patients and surgical team on a continuum throughout Perioperative experience.

Intra-operatively

1. Collaborates with surgeons for optimal surgical outcomes.
2. Assists anesthesia when indicated.
3. Assists with patient positioning, skin preparation, and draping.
4. Provides wound exposure.
5. Handles tissue appropriately to reduce potential for injury.
6. Uses and manipulates surgical instruments.
7. Controls blood loss including hemostasis.
8. Sutures tissue.

Post-operatively

1. Assists in safe delivery of patient to Recovery Room.
2. Communicates to appropriate health care personnel and patient’s family.
3. Performs follow‑up care to evaluate patient condition.
4. Participates in discharge planning and post‑operative teaching.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements

• Associate's Degree, and a minimum of one year of work experience as a registered nurse 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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