Registered Nurse (RN) — Gastroenterology — Multiple Locations

Roper St. Francis Healthcare Summerville, SC 29486, US

Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

Work Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Work Location: Based at Roper MOB (Downtown Charleston) and will follow provider as needed floating to other department locations including Mount Pleasant Hospital and Berkeley Hospital (Summerville).

Strongly Preferred: 5+ years of RN experience with 1+ year of GI experience preferred.

Job Summary:

Provides patient care at Roper St. Francis Health Care sites, as assigned, using approved protocols. Facilitate the timely communication of clinical advice to patients electronically or by phone as directed by practice providers. Ensure all needed medical records are available to care teams and providers prior to patient’s office visit. Coordinate with other team members to provide exceptional patient service. The RN will receive training on the Electonic Health Record system (EHR).

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing school.

Experience: One to two years RN experience, preferable.

Licensure/Certification: 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.

Primary Source Verification: Yes – http://www.llr.state.sc.us/ or compact RN state licensing board.

Knowledge/Skills: Requires the ability to use clinical equipment including EKG machine, spirometer, Hemocue, Pulse Oxymeter. Must have basic knowledge of medication policy and procedure and effectively utilize assessment skills for triage and patient care. Must be able to assist physician with outpatient office procedures. Strong patient-centered focus. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees and the public. Ability to organize and manage competing priorities. Ability to problem solve and show good judgment.

Other:

Contacts: Patients, physicians, other staff members of the healthcare system.

Work Demands/Environment:

Intermittent standing. Intermittent walking. Intermittent sitting. May require lifting or moving items up to 50 lbs. Intermittent lifting/moving patients. Intermittent use of finger/hand dexterity. Frequent reaching with hands/arms. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and/or other conditions common to a physician office environment. Normal medical office environment. Ability to read and comprehend. May be required to take call and/or work weekends/holidays based on the needs of the department. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, and/or irregular hours.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

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

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

RSFPP Gastroenterology - RSFPP - Specialty Care

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com.

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