Staff Nurse, AAMC, Med Surg and ICU, Full Time Nights

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Job Requirements Minimum Education Requirement Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Minimum Experience Requirement Possesses a thorough knowledge of nursing principles as well as hospital policies and procedures; demonstrates ability to provide quality patient care; communicates and works effectively with people; possesses potential for leadership; possesses ability to assess patient's needs, i.e., clinical, teaching, mental and spiritual. Basic computer skills. ICU Tier 1: One year critical care experience. Minimum License Requirement Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in State of South Carolina or have licensure from another state with application to South Carolina Board of Nursing for licensure with temporary permit. BLS current. ACLS required within 6 months. PALS certification preferred. Physical Requirement/Working Conditions May have irregular hours and long periods of standing and walking. Should be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and will seek assistance when heavier objects need to be lifted. Patient Lifting equipment and assistive devices to be used when lifting/transporting patients. Position requires lifting, rotating body, flexing, extending, stooping, pushing/pulling, repetitive motions. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations, combative patients and other conditions common to a hospital environment. May be exposed to infectious specimens, diseases, soiled laundry, heavy lifting and handling, but potential for personal harm or injury to self or others is limited when proper safety and health precautions are followed. Must successfully complete a post offer physical assessment. Able to maintain emotional stability under stressful and complicated situations; Must be able to perform CPR. External applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions, either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case by case basis.

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