Registered Nurse II - Pediatric EmPATH - Mental Health

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

EmPATH stands for “Emergency Psychiatry Assessment, Treatment and Healing.” EmPATH Units provide acute interventions for behavioral healthcare patients by moving them from hectic emergency departments into calmer, more therapeutic settings.

Under general supervision, the Registered Nurse II provides individualized, goal-directed patient care to patients and families at the competent level, using the principles and practices of the nursing process. The nurse delivers safe and effective care and works with other members of the healthcare team to achieve desired results.

Requirements

• 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 Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (or an AHA-recognized equivalent) or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• For RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013, an associate or diploma degree in nursing requires enrollment in an accredited BSN program within two years and successful completion of a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, goal-directed care to patients and families using the principles and practices of the nursing process.
• Deliver safe and effective patient care.
• Interact with other members of the healthcare team to achieve desired results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree