Registered Nurse (RN), Charge | ER

MUSC Health; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health in South Carolina is seeking an RN Charge Nurse for the Emergency Department. You will lead the ER team, coordinate patient care, and supervise staff during your shift while ensuring compliance with established nursing standards and best practices.

Strong clinical leadership is essential to drive high-quality patient outcomes. We value quick decision-making, teamwork, and the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in SC or compact state.
• BLS & ACLS certifications (American Heart Association).
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience.
• BSN preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care to patients of all ages using the nursing process.
• Lead and supervise licensed and non-licensed staff during your shift.
• Ensure compliance with ER nursing standards and best practices.
• Act as Charge Nurse, coordinating patient care and staff assignments.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, including notifying the Director of unit concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Critical-thinking

Nursing process

Communication

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

Lead. Thrive. Make Every Second Count.

Are you a confident, quick-thinking RN ready to take the lead when it matters most? Step into a high-impact role where your clinical expertise and leadership skills save lives every day. We’re looking for a dynamic RN Charge Nurse to help drive excellence in our fast-paced Emergency Department.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001480 LAN - Emergency Dept (LMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Be the heartbeat of the ER team, guiding care during critical moments
• Work alongside passionate professionals who value teamwork and trust
• Make real-time decisions that directly impact patient outcomes
• Grow your leadership skills in a supportive, high-energy environment

What You’ll Do

• Provide expert nursing care to patients of all ages using the nursing process
• Lead and supervise licensed and non-licensed staff during your shift
• Ensure compliance with ER nursing standards and best practices
• Act as Charge Nurse, coordinating patient care and staff assignments
• Communicate effectively with leadership, including notifying the Director of unit concerns
• Float to other units as needed and support staffing coverage, including on-call shifts
• Maintain excellence in care delivery—even during challenging conditions

Additional Job Description

What You Bring

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in South Carolina or compact state
• BLS & ACLS certifications (American Heart Association required)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN preferred, but not required)
• Strong leadership, delegation, and critical-thinking skills

Ready to Lead on the Front Lines?

If you’re ready to elevate your nursing career and make a difference where it matters most, we want to hear from you.

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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