Registered Nurse (RN) MUSC Florence Main Operating Room - FT

Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) – Main Surgery (FMC). Regular, full-time position (40 scheduled weekly hours).

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. Must live within 30 minutes of the MUSC Florence Medical Center Campus.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop nursing diagnoses, identify outcomes, plan, implement interventions, coordinate care, provide health teaching and promotion, and evaluate goals and interventions consistent with MUSC policies.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment through patient privacy and professional behavior.
• Participate in a professional practice model, including shared governance, peer review, professional development, leadership, clinical excellence, effective team skills, autonomous practice, and accountability for actions and critical thinking.
• Function in a professional setting, promoting a healthy work environment and accepting personal responsibility for professional growth.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• 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.

Benefits

• Up to $25,000 student loan repayment for qualifying RNs.
• State health benefits and state pension plan.
• Up to 6 weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid time off (PTO) and sick leave accruals.
• Free telehealth visits for care team members and family.
• Onsite pharmacy.
• Education assistance.

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.