Registered Nurse II - Main PACU

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

Job summary

MUSC is seeking a Registered Nurse II for the PACU (Main) in the 20-bed unit. This PRN, day-shift role supports perioperative patients across ages and specialties, including Ortho, Transplant, Neuro, Spine, ENT, GYN, Trauma, and Urology.

Eligible candidates will have acute care RN experience and be enrolled in or holding a BSN. Under supervision, the nurse delivers individualized patient care, collaborates with the team, and ensures safe, efficient care with ongoing professional development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred; BSN within four years of RN hire or reclassification date.
• 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 BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS required prior to orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, goal-directed patient care using the nursing process.
• Deliver safe and effective care and collaborate with the health care team to achieve outcomes.
• Maintain licensure and certifications and participate in orientation and training.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Nursing degree

BSN enrollment within 2 years

Job description

Job Description Summary

PACU in Main Hospital is a 20-bed unit with 24/7/365 operation care for patients of all ages and all disease process. Most surgeries include but not limited to Ortho, Transplant, Neuro, Spine, ENT, GYN, Trauma, Urology and multiple other specialties. The unit provides care for both ambulatory surgery patients as well as inpatients. The unit often accommodates ICU crash patients and med-surg patients waiting for beds after surgery. Often these units only hire nurses with 2 years of critical care or level 1 ED experience, but willing to train enthusiastic and motivated med-surg and new graduate nurses.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000582 CHS - PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) (Main) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 24 Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Description Hours Per Week: 12/24 Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Day shift, 1 - 12-hour shift one week/ 2 - 12 hour shifts the other week

Job Summary/Purpose:

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse II provides individualized, goal-directed patient care to families and patients at the competent level utilizing the principles and practices of the nursing process; delivers safe and effective care and interacts with other members of the health care team to achieve desired results.

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 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 Provider. Advanced Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required prior to completion of orientation.

Additional Job Description Minimum Requirements:

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 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.

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