Registered Nurse (RN) — Intermediate Care Unit — Berkeley Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Summerville, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides nursing care for patients in the Intermediate Care Unit at Berkeley Hospital, following established standards and practices in accordance with the South Carolina Nurse Practice Act. The role involves applying professional nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. The Registered Nurse will perform patient assessments, plan and prioritize care, demonstrate clinical competencies, and educate patients and families. They will also identify and respond to ethical issues, collaborate with physicians, coordinate multidisciplinary activities, and act as a patient advocate. Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, core measures, patient safety, and quality initiatives is also a key responsibility. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• New grad RNs with a BON temporary work authorization must obtain Registered Nurse license within 90 days of hire.
• All other RNs must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina or holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC.
• Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
• Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing.
• BSN required within five (5) years of hire date.
• None required (Work Experience)
• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
• Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
• Perform shift work
• Maneuver weight of patients
• Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
• Reach above shoulder
• Repetitive arm/hand movements
• Finger Dexterity
• Color Vision
• Acuity – far
• Acuity – near
• Depth perception
• Use of Latex products
• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to dust/fumes
• Exposure to potential electrical shock
• Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
• Exposure to high pitched noises
• Gaseous risk exposure
• Monitor patient conditions during treatment
• Administer medications
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Record patient medical histories
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Communication with family members
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• EHR – Electronic Health Record (EPIC)
• Patient assessment
• Analyze data
• Care Plan
• Treatment implementation

Nice To Haves

• ACLS required for positions in the Pain Management Clinic.
• For RN positions in the Emergency Department (ED), ACLS required at time of hire or within sixty days of employment.
• All WIC service RN’s will be required to attain NRP certification within 6 months of hire and must keep this certification current.
• Current RN Teammates transferring to another RN position in the same Service Line/Specialty will not be required to complete BSN within five (5) years of transfer date.
• Effective July 1, 2022, current RN Teammates transferring to another RN position in a different Service Line/Specialty will be required to complete BSN within five (5) years of transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments reflecting physical, psychological, socio-cultural, spiritual, cognitive needs and functional abilities through the systematic collection and review of patient-specific data and communicate assessments appropriately.
• Plans and prioritizes care based on the assessment, evaluates patient progress and revises care to attain expected outcomes.
• Include patient/family in planning care and evaluating programs and outcomes.
• Demonstrates clinical competencies in specific area of practice as described in departmental performance standards.
• Assess patient/family learning needs, plans and provides education (involve other disciplines as needed) and evaluates the effectiveness of teaching in achieving desired outcomes.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to ethical issues in patient care; provides nursing care in a non-judgmental manner that respects patient diversity and acknowledges patient rights.
• Serve as a resource to others in addressing ethical dilemmas in patient care.
• Initiates collaborative dialogue with physicians and coordinates multidisciplinary activities to plan, deliver and evaluate patient care.
• Act as a patient advocate
• Provides nursing care in a non-judgmental manner that respects patient diversity and acknowledges patient rights and identifies resources to meet unique patient needs.
• Insures compliance with regulatory requirements, core measures, patient safety and quality initiatives to achieve optimal clinical and organizational outcomes.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

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