Mother Baby RN II

About the role

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. Delivers patient/family centered care focusing on physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs.

Coordinates the effective and efficient delivery of patient care services through 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.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop nursing diagnoses, identify outcomes, plan, implement interventions, coordinate care, and evaluate goals and interventions consistent with MUSC policies.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment ensuring patient privacy and professional behavior.
• Participate in shared governance, adhere to standards of care, engage in peer review, and pursue professional development to promote leadership and clinical excellence.
• Demonstrate effective team skills, autonomous practice, and accountability for actions and critical thinking.
• Provide health teaching and health promotion.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013 with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing must enroll in an accredited BSN program within two years and obtain a BSN degree within four years of hire or reclassification date.
• 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.
• 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 perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
• Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of 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.

Pay

Hourly pay grade: Health-28.

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 36
• Work shift: Nights