Registered Nurse (RN) - Nurse Resident, September 2026, Surgical Telemetry

About the role

The Nurse Resident job has the responsibility of attending all quality and core curriculum classes, actively participating in professional development workshops and peer support groups, and successfully completing all clinical competencies and validation requirements of the Nurse Residency Program. Works under the direct and indirect supervision of the Clinical Education Team while refining nursing knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Attends all quality and core curriculum classes.
• Participates in professional development workshops and peer support groups.
• Successfully completes all clinical competencies and validation requirements of the Nurse Residency Program.
• Works under the direct and indirect supervision of the Clinical Education Team.
• Refines nursing knowledge and skills.
• Collects patient data and completes required forms with appropriate responses according to unit standards.
• Identifies patient’s problems/needs and sets priorities.
• Identifies problems requiring further referral and/or follow-up.
• Interprets and records latest diagnostic results.
• Performs nursing assessment using critical thinking skills under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
• Develops a plan of care based on nursing process, and which incorporates the plans of other disciplines and continuing care needs.
• Includes the patient/family in developing or revising the plan of care.
• Makes referrals to multidisciplinary support services under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
• Care provided conforms to accepted practice standards.
• Provides treatments/procedures and other care as prescribed and according to patient care standards.
• Demonstrates understanding of age-related characteristics and needs of patients served.
• Exercises critical thinking skills.
• Explains nursing procedures.
• Provides discharge teaching.
• Identifies emergency situations and independently initiates advanced therapy.
• Acts as an advocate and coordinator of patient care with other health care personnel.
• Evaluates patient care measures instituted.
• Understands and demonstrates respect for patient rights.
• Utilizes established mechanisms for management of ethical issues in patient care under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
• Records patient care delivered as planned and any variation, with appropriate rationale.
• Makes and records observations related to impending or associated problems.
• Implements nursing measures related to impending or associated problems under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
• Uses nursing process, delegates nursing care to appropriate personnel.
• Integrates cost effective measures into nursing practice.
• Recognizes unit problems and takes responsibility for documenting same.
• Demonstrates active participation in QI processes.
• Complies with hospital expectations to meet staffing demands based on patient care needs.
• Complies with policies addressing safe working conditions.
• Monitors unsafe working conditions.
• Recognizes inappropriate and/or ineffective patient care management, resolves issue/problem and completes written reports.
• Fulfills call for unit as assigned and adjusts staffing for census (volume) and acuity under the direct supervision of the licensed RN.
• Graduate Nurse completes all clinical skills under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Serves as a resource to other staff members.
• Assists in the orientation of new staff members.
• Participates in departmental committees and initiatives.
• Contributes to the improvement of patient care through research and innovation.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Supports the implementation of evidence-based practices.
• Participates in ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Adheres to policy and procedure requirements of the organization including, but not limited to: licensure renewal, assigned training, employee health screenings, time and attendance policy, dress code policy, patient confidentiality, infection control, medication administration.

  Requirements

  • No previous experience is required.
  • Candidates with greater than 12 months of experience are not eligible.
  • In lieu Of In lieu of RN licensure upon hire, a temporary license/Graduate Nurse licensure may be accepted upon receipt of diploma, authorization to test and NCLEX testing date.
  • The Graduate Nurse may work in a provisional status with NCLEX testing date provided prior to hire.
  • The Graduate Nurse works directly under the licensure of the clinical preceptor while in the clinical setting and provides care within the scope of the SC Nursing Practice Act provisional status until NCLEX completion with passing score and licensure with SC State Board of Nursing.
  • After Jan 1, 2019, all newly hired RN’s at Prisma Health are required to have an ADN or BSN degree from an accredited institution/program recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education or the S.C. State Board of Nursing.
  • Licensed to practice as a RN in South Carolina.
  • BLS Certification.
  • Knowledge and skills necessary to treat patients.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to patient privacy laws and regulations.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to learn and apply new information quickly.
  • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle unexpected situations.
  • Ability to demonstrate empathy and compassion towards patients and colleagues.
  • Ability to follow safety protocols and procedures.
  • Ability to document patient care accurately and efficiently.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

    Qualifications

    • Education - Associate degree in Nursing. Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing program approved by the South Carolina State Board of Nursing. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
    • Experience - No previous experience is required. Candidates with greater than 12 months of experience are not eligible.
    • In lieu Of In lieu of RN licensure upon hire, a temporary license/Graduate Nurse licensure may be accepted upon receipt of diploma, authorization to test and NCLEX testing date.
    • The Graduate Nurse may work in a provisional status with NCLEX testing date provided prior to hire.
    • The Graduate Nurse works directly under the licensure of the clinical preceptor while in the clinical setting and provides care within the scope of the SC Nursing Practice Act provisional status until NCLEX completion with passing score and licensure with SC State Board of Nursing.
    • After Jan 1, 2019, all newly hired RN’s at Prisma Health are required to have an ADN or BSN degree from an accredited institution/program recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education or the S.C. State Board of Nursing.
    • Licensed to practice as a RN in South Carolina.
    • BLS Certification.
    • Knowledge and skills necessary to treat patients.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
    • Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to patient privacy laws and regulations.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Ability to learn and apply new information quickly.
    • Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle unexpected situations.
    • Ability to demonstrate empathy and compassion towards patients and colleagues.
    • Ability to follow safety protocols and procedures.
    • Ability to document patient care accurately and efficiently.
    • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.

    Skills

    • Effective communication skills.
    • Physical stamina and strength.
    • Time management and prioritization skills.
    • Problem-solving abilities.
    • Teamwork and collaboration skills.
    • Adaptability and flexibility.
    • Empathy and compassion.
    • Attention to detail.
    • Computer literacy.
    • Documentation skills.
    • Emergency response skills.
    • Interdisciplinary collaboration.
    • Research and innovation skills.
    • Leadership qualities.
    • Quality improvement skills.
    • Continuous learning and professional development.

    Benefits

    Prisma Health offers competitive compensation packages, including:

    • Health insurance coverage.
    • Vision and dental insurance coverage.
    • Paid time off and holidays.

    • Pay

      Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

      Schedule

      Night shift (United States of America).