Clinical Practice Nurse Expert

Job Description Summary

The Clinical Practice Expert I (CPNE I) reports to the Unit Manager. In collaboration with the Unit Manager, the CPNE I is responsible for clinical practice on their respected unit(s). The CPNE I functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary, unit based team to provide nursing expertise for a defined microsystem.

This position assists in developing quality care initiatives to improve patient outcomes and patient safety. This role recognizes practice opportunities and works with the interprofessional team to help remove barriers and begin to enhance evidenced based practice standards.

The MUSC Orangeburg 4 west Unit is a 40-bed medical/surgical unit primarily treating post-surgical patients but also treating acutely ill adult patients with all types of medical problems. 4 west is equipped with rooms for comfort care / hospice patients by joining 2 rooms so that family can remain with the patient during the end-of-life transition. 4 west is also the receiving unit for any pediatric admissions to the Orangeburg location.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004748 ORBG - 4 West/Peds

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Job Description

The Clinical Practice Expert I (CPNE I) reports to the Unit Manager. In collaboration with the Unit Manager, the CPNE I is responsible for clinical practice on their respected unit(s). The CPNE I functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary, unit based team to provide nursing expertise for a defined microsystem.

This position assists in developing quality care initiatives to improve patient outcomes and patient safety. This role recognizes practice opportunities and works with the interprofessional team to help remove barriers and begin to enhance evidenced based practice standards.

Additional Job Description

BSN required and completion of MSN or graduate degree in related field acceptable from an accredited college/university within four years. Two years of clinical experience in area of expertise required.

Successful completion of RN III Clinical Ladder advancement within 2 years in position required. Excellent collaboration and consultation skills required. Excellent communication and teamwork skills required.

Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Office. Familiar with quality improvement methodology. Advanced certification in a specialized field preferred.

Current South Carolina licensure as a registered nurse or compact state required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

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

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