Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

Job Description Summary

Together we can build a stronger community through our nursing care. Come join our fast growing innovated surgical team here at MUSC Health Chester Medical Center.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000167 CHE - OR (Operating Room) (CMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Why Join MUSC Health?

Be a part of a reputable, innovative health system that prides itself on world-class care and service.

Make an impact by supporting your local community on various levels and fostering long-term health and recovery.

Grow professionally with opportunities for continuing education, networking, and career advancement within a collaborative environment. Nursing student Loan Repayment is available & tuition assistance.

Competitive Benefits and Compensation

· South Carolina State Health Insurance and State Retirement Largest network of healthcare providers in the state. Fully vested after 8 years of service.

· Paid Parental Leave eligible for up to 6 weeks paid

· Shift Differentials To be eligible for shift differentials you must work 4 hours into the shift time to get the differentials (Monday - Thursday 3p – 11p = $4.50 per hour and 11p-7a = $4.75, Friday - Sunday 11p - 7a = $7.00 per hour, or Saturday – Sunday 7a – 3p = $6.00 per hour and 3p – 11p = $6.50 per hour)

· National Certification Recognition Incentives

Registered nurses (RNs) are responsible for providing safe, competent patient care, educating patients and their families about health conditions, and providing advice and emotional support to patients and their families.

Additional Job Description

Education:

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

License and Certifications:

Current South Carolina or compact state Registered Nurse license is required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) with the American Heart Association (AHA) is required
Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification is preferred.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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