Registered Nurse- Brain Stimulations (PRN)

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

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About The Position

PRN- The RN in the Brain Stimulations program will assist in neuro-modulation treatments such as ECT and TMS. While experience with specific brain stimulation services is not required, a history of working in mental health is highly preferred. Applicants must have a flexible schedule as this position will be used to fill in for sick leave and vacation leave for designated staff during daytime hours (M-F) only. Full training will be provided if hired. Interested applicants should have a willingness to learn new innovative treatments within mental health and work in a team-oriented environment. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type PRN Cost Center CC000286 CHS - Brain Stimulation Services (IOP) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-28 Scheduled Weekly Hours 8 Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Description Specific (individualized/ clinic based) The ECT/ Saint TMS RN will oversee the care of patients from their consultation until they complete their treatment course. RNs will monitor vitals, assess orientation status, document patient status using EPIC flowsheets, and perform chest port access/de-access using sterile technique. They will understand medications given during ECT as well as psychotropic medications, they will conduct intake for new patients and potential patients (allergies, med reconciliation, chart review, etc.) The RN will be able to conduct prior authorizations for ECT and TMS as well as administer TMS, SNT treatments on the MagVenture machine using Magnus software. RNs will also follow-up with patients after treatment course and help plan next steps. The TMS Nurse will be able to document patient status using progress notes, conduct intake for new patients and consults (allergies, med reconciliation, chart review, etc.), understand psychotropic medications, conduct prior authorizations for ECT/TMS, administer TMS treatments on different machines (MagVenture, Brainsway, and Neurostar), and follow-up with patients after treatment course. Registered Nurses for MAGNET facilities. Provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation). Directs and leads other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with nursing standards of care and practice. Provide patient/family centered care using the nursing process and focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs. This includes providing for the assessment, development of nursing diagnoses, outcome identification, planning, implementation of interventions, coordination of care, health teaching and promotion and evaluation of goals and interventions consistent with the policies of MUSC. Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment through ensuring patient privacy and responsive, respectful, accepting, and professional behavior. Demonstrates the ability to function in a professional setting through active participation in a professional practice model. This includes participating in shared governance, adherence to standards of care, participation in peer review and professional development promoting leadership and clinical excellence, effective team skills, autonomous practice and acknowledgment of accountability for actions and critical thinking. Coordinates the effective and efficient delivery of patient care services through the application of care management principles. Identifies clinical priorities and initiates action to improve patient outcomes. Demonstrates ability to function in a professional practice model through active participation in shared governance, promotion of a healthy work environment and acceptance of personal responsibility for professional growth.

Requirements

Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.
RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013 with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date. Refer to policy A141 for more details.
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.

Nice To Haves

a history of working in mental health is highly preferred

Responsibilities

The ECT/ Saint TMS RN will oversee the care of patients from their consultation until they complete their treatment course.
RNs will monitor vitals, assess orientation status, document patient status using EPIC flowsheets, and perform chest port access/de-access using sterile technique.
They will understand medications given during ECT as well as psychotropic medications, they will conduct intake for new patients and potential patients (allergies, med reconciliation, chart review, etc.)
The RN will be able to conduct prior authorizations for ECT and TMS as well as administer TMS, SNT treatments on the MagVenture machine using Magnus software.
RNs will also follow-up with patients after treatment course and help plan next steps.
The TMS Nurse will be able to document patient status using progress notes, conduct intake for new patients and consults (allergies, med reconciliation, chart review, etc.), understand psychotropic medications, conduct prior authorizations for ECT/TMS, administer TMS treatments on different machines (MagVenture, Brainsway, and Neurostar), and follow-up with patients after treatment course.
Provides nursing care to patients using the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation).
Directs and leads other assigned team members and collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with nursing standards of care and practice.
Provide patient/family centered care using the nursing process and focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs.
Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment through ensuring patient privacy and responsive, respectful, accepting, and professional behavior.
Demonstrates the ability to function in a professional setting through active participation in a professional practice model.
Coordinates the effective and efficient delivery of patient care services through the application of care management principles.
Identifies clinical priorities and initiates action to improve patient outcomes.
Demonstrates ability to function in a professional practice model through active participation in shared governance, promotion of a healthy work environment and acceptance of personal responsibility for professional growth.