Registered Nurse II - Peds Mental Health

Registered Nurse II - Peds Mental Health

North Charleston, South Carolina

Manages comprehensive nursing care for patients within the CDT. Medication administration to the patient population served in this clinic. As needed, developing a plan of care and/or discharge plan for assigned patients. Makes age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs. Organizes and prioritizes nursing care activities considering the needs of the patients and other staff members. Assumes personal responsibility for quality patient care, environment, and professional development. Participates in performance improvement/research activities designed to improve patient care and/or organizational process.

Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Cost Center: CC000682 CHS STAR Children's Day Treatment Program (Offsite)

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Grade: Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift:

Minimum 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. 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
• Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
• Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
• Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
• Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
• Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
• Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
• Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

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