RN Clinical Specialist

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

HOURS : 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm, Monday - Friday.

THIS POSITION'S HOME BASE WILL BE TRICOM / UNIVERSITY AND BERKELEY HOSPITAL.

Job Summary :

The RN Clinical Specialist exhibits current clinical knowledge and expertise for designated patient populations and is accountable for continued competence in nursing practice and clinical outcomes in accordance with current evidenced based practice guidelines.

Responsible for facilitating the planning, implementation and evaluation of the process-improvement initiatives to promote excellence, insure patient and staff safety, and enhance quality of care.

Assumes leadership role in departmental and organizational goals. Facilitates on-going peer review and mentoring programs.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education : Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with a Master’s degree in nursing or *related field, such as health care administration or business administration;

Must hold a BSN if Master’s degree is in an unrelated field).

Experience : Minimum of three years of recent clinical experience.

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. Nursing specialty certification required within 6 months of position start (applicable certifications include approved ANCC clinical specialty or nursing leadership certifications).

Primary Source Verification : Yes or Compact RN state licensing board

Knowledge / Skills : Knowledge of the professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.

Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient care.

Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports.

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, hospital, medical staff and the public.

Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to analyze situations and apply critical thinking. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Other :

Contacts : Patients, staff, physicians, visitors, vendors and other hospital departments.

Work Demands / Environment :

Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping. Frequent lifting / moving patients. Intermittent lifting, moving or carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs.

Frequent use of finger / hand dexterity. Constant reaching with hands / arms. Frequent talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range.

Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and / or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.

Intermittent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Moderate noise level in work area. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, or irregular hours.

May be required to take call and / or work weekends / holidays based on the needs of the department.

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w / AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

Work Shift :

Days (United States of America)

Department :

Admin - Oncology - St Francis Hospital

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 [email protected] .