Clinical Practice Nurse Expert I - Main Surgical Observation Unit

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Clinical Practice Nurse Expert I (CPNE I) reports to the Unit Manager. In collaboration with the Unit Manager, the CPNE I is responsible for clinical practice on their respected unit(s). The CPNE I functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary, unit based team to provide nursing expertise for a defined microsystem. This position assists in developing quality care initiatives to improve patient outcomes and patient safety. This role recognizes practice opportunities and works with the intraprofessional team to help remove barriers and begin to enhance evidenced based practice standards.

Requirements

• BSN required and completion of MSN or graduate degree in related field acceptable from an accredited college/university within two years.
• Three years of clinical experience in area of expertise required.
• Excellent collaboration and consultation skills required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills required.
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office.
• Familiar with quality improvement methodology.
• Current South Carolina licensure as a registered nurse or compact state required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced certification in a specialized field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinical practice on their respected unit(s).
• Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary, unit based team to provide nursing expertise for a defined microsystem.
• Assists in developing quality care initiatives to improve patient outcomes and patient safety.
• Recognizes practice opportunities and works with the intraprofessional team to help remove barriers and begin to enhance evidenced based practice standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level