Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room | MidShift

Medical University of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. This role requires delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

You will assess and treat patients with emergent and complex needs, coordinate with a multidisciplinary team, and educate families on treatment plans and follow-up care. The department emphasizes teamwork, safety, and exemplary patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of one year of Registered Nurse experience.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to patients throughout the Emergency Department.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Respond quickly and effectively to changes in patient condition.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment, medications, and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational and professional standards.
• Support a culture of teamwork, safety, compassion, and patient advocacy.
• Participate in emergency and critical-care interventions appropriate to the patient's needs.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

BSN preferred

Tools

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Job Description Summary

10 AM–10 PM | Make Every Moment Matter

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

Evening (United States of America)

Job Description

Ready to make a difference when it matters most? Join our Emergency Department team as a Registered Nurse and be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise, compassion, and quick thinking can make a lasting impact on patients and families.

As an Emergency Department RN, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care to individuals with a wide range of emergent and complex needs. You’ll work alongside an experienced team of nurses, providers, technicians, and support staff to assess patients, prioritize care, respond to changing conditions, and deliver exceptional outcomes.

What You’ll Do

• Provide professional nursing care to patients throughout the Emergency Department.
• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
• Respond quickly and effectively to changes in patient condition.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment, medications, and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational and professional standards.
• Support a culture of teamwork, safety, compassion, and patient advocacy.
• Participate in emergency and critical-care interventions appropriate to the patient's needs.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Additional Job Description

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of one year of Registered Nurse experience required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse license through the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Depending on assignment and position requirements, additional certifications may include:
  • AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
  • Crisis Prevention Training

Why Join Our Emergency Department?

Emergency nursing is more than a job — it’s being there for patients during some of their most critical moments. If you thrive in a team environment, enjoy variety, and are ready to put your nursing skills into action, this is an opportunity to grow while making a meaningful difference every day.

Bring your experience. Bring your compassion. Bring your ability to stay calm when it matters most.

Your next shift could be the one that changes a life.

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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