Registered Nurse (RN) Orthopedics/Neurology/Stroke Unit PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (SC); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an experienced PRN Registered Nurse in Florence, SC for various services including Orthopedics and Neurology. This role involves collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care and fulfilling the nursing process comprehensively.

Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree, a nursing license, and BLS certification. The position prioritizes patient-centered care and requires strong professional participation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience as a registered nurse.
• Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Current AHA or American Red Cross BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care using the nursing process.
• Directs and leads team members in patient care.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for patients.
• Coordinates the delivery of patient care services.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient assessment

Collaboration

Nursing standards

Critical thinking

Education

Associate's Degree

Registered Nurse Licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description

Awesome PRN opportunity for an experienced nurse interested in Orthopedics, Neurology or Stroke Services! PRN Registered Nurses at MUSC are eligible to participate in the State Retirement Program.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation).
• Directs and leads other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with nursing standards of care and practice.
• Provide patient/family centered care using the nursing process and focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs. This includes providing for the assessment, development of nursing diagnoses, outcome identification, planning, implementation of interventions, coordination of care, health teaching and promotion and evaluation of goals and interventions consistent with the policies of MUSC.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment through ensuring patient privacy and responsive, respectful, accepting, and professional behavior.
• Demonstrates the ability to function in a professional setting through active participation in a professional practice model. This includes participating in shared governance, adherence to standards of care, participation in peer review and professional development promoting leadership and clinical excellence, effective team skills, autonomous practice and acknowledgment of accountability for actions and critical thinking.
• Coordinates the effective and efficient delivery of patient care services through the application of care management principles. Identifies clinical priorities and initiates action to improve patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates ability to function in a professional practice model through active participation in shared governance, promotion of a healthy work environment and acceptance of personal responsibility for professional growth.

Qualifications

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

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
• Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
• Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
• Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
• Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
• Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
• Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

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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