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Provides comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to deliver age- and developmentally appropriate, patient- and family-centered care. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to address patients' physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and environmental needs. Ensures safe and therapeutic care by maintaining patient privacy and demonstrating professionalism, respect, and accountability. Participates in shared governance, peer review, and continuous professional development to promote clinical excellence and leadership. Applies care management principles to coordinate efficient, outcome-focused care, identify clinical priorities, and improve patient outcomes within MUSC’s standards and policies.

Minimum Education and Experience:

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Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Some positions require a valid driver's license. .

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

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Requires certification in Basic Life Support prior to the completion of general orientation.

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Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing

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Ability to perform job functions while standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, and working in confined spaces or elevated areas.

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Must be able to bend, twist, squat, kneel (infrequently), and reach in all directions, including overhead.

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Requires fine and gross motor skills, including pinching, grasping, manipulation, and repetitive motions with hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.

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Ability to maintain balance and coordination using both lower extremities.

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Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted (infrequently), including lifting/lowering from floor to overhead.

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Requires exerting up to 50 lbs. of force (e.g., assisting patients, pushing wheelchairs/stretchers).

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Must tolerate working indoors and occasionally outdoors in temperature extremes.

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Visual requirements include 20/40 corrected vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and color discrimination.

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Must maintain hearing acuity (with correction) and tactile sensory function.

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Ability to handle stressful situations, work rotating shifts and overtime, and function in a latex-safe environment.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Nursing degree required. A minimum of one year of work experience as a registered nurse required. 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 is required.

Physical Requirements:

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

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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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