Registered Nurse II- PRN - CICU - Nights

Medical University of South Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

MUHA seeks a Registered Nurse II to provide individualized, goal-directed patient care in a hospital setting. You will collaborate with physicians and the care team to deliver safe, high-quality nursing services. A nursing license and BLS/ACLS credentials are required, with an associate degree as a minimum and a preference for a bachelor’s degree.

The role is PRN/part-time with 12-hour shifts, multiple scheduling options, and hourly pay. Prior experience in a clinical environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• RN licensure in South Carolina or compact state; BLS certification; ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, goal-directed patient care using the nursing process.
• Deliver safe, effective care and collaborate with the health care team.
• Meet requirements for standing, lifting and patient handling as part of duties.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

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.

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC005290 COL - CICU (DMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 12 Work Shift Job Description Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center) Hours Per Week: 24 – 48 hrs per every 6-week schedule, depending on the tier you choose Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: 12-hr shifts

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

Associate’s Degree in Nursing. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

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 Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) also required.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while standing.
• (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting.
• (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking.
• (Infrequent) Ability to climb stairs.
• (Continuous) Ability to work indoors.
• (Infrequent) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes.
• (Frequent) Ability to work from elevated areas.
• (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.
• (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions.
• (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist.
• (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist.
• (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions.
• (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations.
• (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands.
• (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands.
• (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands.
• (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead.
• (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders.
• (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs.
• (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination.
• (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions.
• (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted.
• (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted.
• (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs.
• (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force.
• (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannot assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.
• (Continuous) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.
• (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance.
• (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors.
• (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception.
• (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities.
• (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction.
• (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements.
• (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
• (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts.
• (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required.
• (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment.
• (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions.
• (Continuous) (Selected Positions) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function.
• (Continuous) (Selected Positions) Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required.

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. 1. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
2. 2. Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
3. 3. Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
4. 4. Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
5. 5. Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
6. 6. Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
7. 7. Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
8. 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!

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