Registered Nurse II - CHS Revisions (IOP)

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse II for the CHS Revisions (IOP) manages comprehensive nursing care for patients in the Revisions program. The nurse makes age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs and organizes and prioritizes nursing care activities in consideration of patients and other staff members. The role includes conducting intake assessments for incoming Revisions patients and assisting the Coordinator with the patient referral process as needed. The nurse is personally responsible for quality patient care, the care environment, and professional development, and participates in performance improvement or research activities intended to improve patient care or organizational processes.

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: AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers 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 with an associate or diploma nursing degree: 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.
• Ability to meet the physical, sensory, and work-environment requirements described in the posting, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted infrequently, dealing effectively with stressful situations, and working overtime as required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive nursing care for patients in the Revisions program.
• Make age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs.
• Organize and prioritize nursing care activities while considering patient and staff needs.
• Conduct intake assessments for incoming Revisions patients.
• Assist the Coordinator with the patient referral process as needed.
• Take personal responsibility for quality patient care, the care environment, and professional development.
• Participate in performance improvement or research activities to improve patient care or organizational processes.

What This Job Offers

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