Job Description
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in our academic medical center. In this role, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. RNs at MUSC support patient and family education, contribute to research and quality improvement, and uphold safety and infection control standards. MUSC offers a collaborative, inclusive culture with opportunities for professional development, clinical advancement, and participation in cutting-edge healthcare, education, and research.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, including assessment, medication administration, and care planning
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based care
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
- Document patient status, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the EMRMonitor patient conditions, respond to changes, and implement appropriate interventions
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and infection control guidelines
- Precept and mentor nursing students or new staff as needed
- Participate in quality improvement, research, and evidence-based practice initiatives at MUSC
Required Skills
- Patient assessment
- IV therapy and medication administration
- Care planning and coordination
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) documentation
- Wound care management
- Telemetry and vital sign monitoring
- Patient and family education
- Infection control and safety practices
- Clinical triage and critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
