Registered Nurse - Brain Stimulation - MUSCP

Medical University of South Carolina

19h

About The Position

Provides nursing care to patients undergoing Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) using the nursing process, and operates TMS equipment in collaboration with physicians and other nurses. Supports patients with treatment-resistant depression in improving symptoms and responding positively to treatment. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to provide care consistent with nursing standards and MUSC policies, while addressing patients’ physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs. Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment and protects patient privacy. Participates in a professional practice model and coordinates effective and efficient patient care, identifying clinical priorities and taking action to improve outcomes. The nurse oversees patient care from consultation through completion of the treatment course. Duties include monitoring vital signs and orientation, documenting patient status in EPIC flowsheets or progress notes, and conducting intake and chart review for new patients and consultations, including allergy review and medication reconciliation. The nurse understands psychotropic medications and medications used during ECT; performs chest port access and de-access using sterile technique; completes prior authorizations for ECT and TMS; administers TMS and SNT treatments using the specified machines and software; and follows up with patients after their treatment course to help plan next steps. The role also directs and leads assigned team members and participates in shared governance, peer review, professional development, and the maintenance of standards of care. It requires effective teamwork, autonomous practice, accountability, and critical thinking.

Requirements

Associate's degree.
At least 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 Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
Ability to perform job functions while standing, walking, and sitting; bend, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, and fully use both hands and legs.
Good finger dexterity and ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
Ability to qualify physically for respirator use, initially and as required.
Corrected vision of 20/40 and ability to see and recognize objects both close up and at a distance.
Ability to work in a latex-safe environment and indoors.
Frequently lift, lower, push, pull, or carry objects weighing approximately 50 pounds unassisted; exert up to 50 pounds of force; and lift 25 pounds from 36 inches to overhead.
Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined or cramped spaces.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care using the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
Operate TMS equipment in collaboration with physicians and other nurses; administer TMS and SNT treatments as assigned.
Oversee patient care from consultation through completion of the treatment course.
Monitor patients’ vital signs and orientation status.
Document patient status using EPIC flowsheets and progress notes.
Conduct intake and chart review for new patients and consultations, including allergy review and medication reconciliation.
Perform chest port access and de-access using sterile technique.
Understand medications used during ECT and psychotropic medications.
Complete prior authorizations for ECT and TMS.
Follow up with patients after treatment courses and help plan next steps.
Provide patient- and family-centered care that addresses physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members and direct and lead other assigned team members.
Maintain a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment while ensuring patient privacy and professional, respectful behavior.
Participate in shared governance, peer review, professional development, and adherence to standards of care.
Identify clinical priorities and initiate actions to improve patient outcomes.